Best Time to Visit Bali
Best time to visit Bali: June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Bali
Go in June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and March - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Bali month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67° | 58° | 11,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 67° | 58° | 12,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 68° | 58° | 10,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 68° | 57° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 67° | 57° | 5,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 66° | 55° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 65° | 53° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 53° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 67° | 54° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 69° | 56° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 68° | 57° | 7,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 67° | 58° | 11,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Bali compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Bali.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bali | 8 mi | 73°F | +45°F warmer | 105 in |
| Kuta Beach | 26 mi | 79°F | +51°F warmer | 78 in |
| Ngurah Rai International Airport | 29 mi | 81°F | +53°F warmer | 67 in |
| Lombok | 87 mi | 77°F | +49°F warmer | 79 in |
| Komodo National Park | 300 mi | 79°F | +51°F warmer | 43 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 53°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- Avoid swimming outside patrolled areas - waves are running at 1.6 m.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Bali is an island in Indonesia. Bali is an island known for temples, terraces and surf.
Right now it is 58°F (14°C) in Bali with overcast. It feels like 58°F. Today runs from 53°F to 70°F. Chance of precipitation is 27%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Bali is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. October is the warmest month with average highs near 69°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 53°F.
The closest major airport is Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), about 29 mi away. Nearby highlights include Kuta Beach and Lombok.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 70°F is 4.1°F above the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Bali today at 9.7/10. Visibility is down to 0,2 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Bali right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:40 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 70° / 53°
Drizzle · 27% rain · wind 6 mph
⛅ 70° / 51°
Partly cloudy · 10% rain · wind 5 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Bali?
Bali is an island in Indonesia. Its coordinates are -8.3405, 115.092. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Bali right now?
It is currently 58°F (14°C) with overcast. Humidity is 88% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Bali?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Bali, which has a temperate climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Bali in?
Bali observes Asia/Makassar (UTC+08:00). The local time is 8:40 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Bali?
The closest airports are Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), 29 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Bali?
Popular options include Kuta Beach and Lombok.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 8:40 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
