Best Time to Visit Bali
Best time to visit Bali: June, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Bali
Go in June, August and September. 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 | 80° | 71° | 15,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 80° | 71° | 13,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 81° | 71° | 13,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 80° | 70° | 8,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 79° | 70° | 8,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 77° | 68° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 76° | 66° | 5,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 76° | 66° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 78° | 68° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 80° | 69° | 5,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 81° | 70° | 11,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 80° | 71° | 11,9 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 | 60°F | 45°F cooler | 82 in |
| Lombok | 79 mi | 77°F | +37°F warmer | 79 in |
| Komodo National Park | 294 mi | 79°F | +38°F warmer | 43 in |
| Komodo National Park | 294 mi | 79°F | +38°F warmer | 43 in |
| Borobudur Temple Compounds | 346 mi | 76°F | +35°F warmer | 91 in |
Best time to visit each airport in Bali
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each beach in Bali
1 beaches mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Bali is a city in Indonesia. Bali is known for Temples, rice terraces and surf beaches. It has a population of about 4.3 million.
Right now it is 76°F (24°C) in Bali with mainly clear. It feels like 78°F. Today runs from 64°F to 77°F. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.7/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Bali is June, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. March is the warmest month with average highs near 81°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 66°F.
The closest major airport is Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), about 23 mi away. Nearby highlights include Kuta Beach, Bali and Lombok.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 77°F is in line with the 76°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. outdoors is the strongest bet in Bali today at 9.1/10. Visibility is down to 0,3 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 3:54 PM, Aug 21 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 79° / 66°
Light drizzle · 12% rain · wind 8 mph
🌦️ 78° / 67°
Light drizzle · 49% rain · wind 10 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Bali?
Bali is a city in Indonesia. Its coordinates are -8.4095, 115.1889. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Bali right now?
It is currently 76°F (24°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 72% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Bali?
June, August and September 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 3:54 PM.
How many people live in Bali?
Bali has a population of approximately 4.3 million.
What is the nearest airport to Bali?
The closest airports are Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), 23 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Bali?
Popular options include Kuta Beach, Bali and Lombok.
What places are in Bali?
Bali covers 2 places in this atlas, including Ngurah Rai International Airport and Kuta Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 21, 2026 at 3:54 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
