Ubud Weather in January 2026: what to expect (4.4/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in January

January falls in the wet season in Ubud. Showers are often brief but intense. With 92.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.

January ranks 10 out of 12 months in Ubud. Compared to December: −0.5h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in January

UV index

9 · very high

protection essential

Feels like

very humid

24°

Sea

29°C

warm, ideal

Daylight

12.4h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 27

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Is January the right month?

The best month in Ubud is August (7.4/10), 3.0 pts higher than January.

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Context

Our verdict

Ubud is the cultural heart of Bali (Indonesia): 80,000 inhabitants, 22 miles north of Denpasar, in the terraced rice paddies, capital of yoga, wellness and Balinese Hindu spirituality. Popularised by Eat Pray Love with Julia Roberts in 2010.

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Plan your trip

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 · 93%

🏝️ 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

Indonesia

Equatorial tropical climate with a 7.4 → 4.4 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 73.0% rainy days.

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 7.0/10.

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 4.2/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains August with a score of 7.0/10.

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 January?

In January, the sea averages 84°F in Ubud: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.

Do you need sun protection in Ubud in January?

The average UV index reaches 9 in January in Ubud (very high), with about 12.4h of daylight. Protection essential.