The month in detail
What to expect in August
In August, Ubud sees 81°F during the day with 6.2h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 36% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
August is the best month of the year in Ubud. Compared to July: +2°F daytime, 6 pts fewer rainy days, +0.5h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in August
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
very humid
22°
Sea
27°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 27
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Is August the right month?
August is actually the best month of the year in Ubud. Good timing.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Indonesia
🗣️LanguageIndonesian
💶CurrencyRoupie indonésienne (Rp)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJanuary · 84°F
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 79°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 64%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Location
Where is Ubud ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
IndonesiaEquatorial tropical climate with a 7.9 → 4.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
8.51°S · 115.26°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Ubud?
August is the best month with 81°F highs, 70°F lows, 6.2h of sunshine and 36.0% rainy days. The months of August & July offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Ubud get in August?
Ubud averages 6.2 sunshine hours per day in August. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Ubud?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Ubud in August?
In August, overnight lows reach 70°F, while afternoon highs average 81°F.
Is Ubud good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Ubud scores 4.5/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains August with a score of 7.5/10.
When should you avoid Ubud?
January is the most difficult month to visit Ubud, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Ubud in August?
In August, the sea averages 80°F in Ubud: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Ubud in August?
The average UV index reaches 8 in August in Ubud (very high), with about 11.7h of daylight. Protection essential.