Indonesia
Bali Weather & Climate
Terraced rice paddies, sacred temples and world-class surf breaks
28°C
Max sea
28°C
Max air
April
Best month
35mm
Driest month
Terraced rice paddies, sacred temples and world-class surf breaks
Bali is Indonesia's most celebrated island — a place where ancient Hindu culture, dramatic volcanic landscapes and some of the world's finest beaches exist in perfect harmony. From the spiritual terraces of Ubud to the surf-battered cliffs of Uluwatu and the palm-lined shores of Seminyak, Bali delivers a richness of experience that few destinations can match. The island's warmth is matched only by its culture: offerings of flowers and incense appear at every doorstep, gamelan music drifts through open-air temples, and the Balinese calendar is peppered with colourful festivals.
When to go: The dry season (May–October) is ideal for beach holidays. July and August see the most visitors but also the most reliable sunshine.
The best months to visit Bali are April, May, June. Peak season is May with the best combination of warm temperatures and low rainfall.
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain | UV | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 28°C | 28°C | 308mm | 9 | 17 |
| Feb | 28°C | 28°C | 238mm | 9 | 17 |
| Mar | 28°C | 28°C | 140mm | 10 | 16 |
| Apr | 28°C | 28°C | 82mm | 10 | 15 |
| May | 27°C | 28°C | 35mm | 10 | 14 |
| Jun | 26°C | 27°C | 72mm | 8 | 13 |
| Jul | 26°C | 27°C | 62mm | 8 | 12 |
| Aug | 26°C | 27°C | 42mm | 9 | 12 |
| Sep | 27°C | 27°C | 67mm | 10 | 13 |
| Oct | 27°C | 28°C | 116mm | 11 | 14 |
| Nov | 28°C | 28°C | 208mm | 11 | 16 |
| Dec | 28°C | 28°C | 278mm | 10 | 17 |
The best time to visit Bali is April, May, June. Peak season is May when temperatures reach 27°C with very little rain. The dry season (May–October) is ideal for beach holidays. July and August see the most visitors but also the most reliable sunshine.
Sea temperatures in Bali range from 27°C in June to 28°C in January. The sea is bath-warm at its warmest.
Winter temperatures in Bali average 28°C with sea temperatures of 28°C. This makes it a great winter sun destination.
The driest month is May with 35mm. The wettest month sees 308mm. Bali receives 1648mm annually.
Hot and bath-warm seas. Heavy rainfall (308mm). UV 9. Sun protection essential.
Hot and bath-warm seas. Heavy rainfall (238mm). UV 9. Sun protection essential.
Hot and bath-warm seas. Moderate rainfall (140mm). UV 10. Sun protection essential.
Hot and bath-warm seas. Some rain (82mm). UV 10. Sun protection essential.
Warm and bath-warm seas. Very little rain (35mm). UV 10. Sun protection essential.
Warm and very warm seas. Some rain (72mm). UV 8. Sun protection essential.
Warm and very warm seas. Some rain (62mm). UV 8. Sun protection essential.
Warm and very warm seas. Very little rain (42mm). UV 9. Sun protection essential.
Warm and very warm seas. Some rain (67mm). UV 10. Sun protection essential.
Warm and bath-warm seas. Moderate rainfall (116mm). UV 11. Sun protection essential.
Hot and bath-warm seas. Heavy rainfall (208mm). UV 11. Sun protection essential.
Hot and bath-warm seas. Heavy rainfall (278mm). UV 10. Sun protection essential.
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