Bali weather follows two seasons: dry and wet, although you can expect mostly warm and humid days throughout the year. The dry season is May to September. This offers sunny days and an average temperature of 31 degrees Celsius. Most consider the mid-year period to be the best time to go to Bali. You can expect a good balance between sun, sand and surf during the time. Wet season is October to April with occasional downpours and overcast skies. Windy months are between June and August.
BEST TIME TO GO TO BALI: MAY TO AUGUST!
Preferences may vary regarding Bali weather. However, for generally cooler times in Bali, best time to visit is May to August. This is when humidity levels on the island are at their lowest. During this period the air is drier and pleasant for outdoor activities and overland sightseeing tours. The skies in Bali are also clear and blue during this time, which makes it great for outdoor and landscape photography.
HOTTEST TIME IN BALI
The hottest months in Bali are April and October, when daytime temperatures can rise up to 32 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels in the coastal areas can reach up to 75%. The island receives an ample 12 hours of sunlight with average daytime temperatures. It can range from 27 to 32 degrees Celsius during these times. Meanwhile, average daytime temperatures in the cooler highlands average from 21 to 27 degrees Celsius. This can drop sharply low during night time.
LOW SEASON IN BALI
The low season in Bali, in terms of hotel bookings, are roughly the first and last quarters. In other words, right after the New Year (from January to March), and the last quarter (October to November. December usually has a fair amount of ‘holiday season’ bookings). The wet Bali weather around these months also see residents having their umbrellas and ponchos at hand. You can expect lower hotel rates around this time, together with all sorts of benefits on offer.
You can also anticipate lesser crowds during these months. Quieter roads allow for faster access times from your hotel to locations of interest. This is true during certain national holidays. One such time of the year is the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. It’s main celebration is on the day of Eid-ul-Fitr, or ‘Idul Fitri’.
The reason for this ‘quieter’ scene is due to much of the non-Balinese populace departing from the island. They usually head home for the holidays. A similar circumstance is in the densely populated southern region and business districts of Bali. Particularly, over the Nyepi, ‘silent day’ or Saka New Year celebrations. Residents return to their respective homes in rural areas to rejoice with their families.
Expect the peak season in Bali around Christmas and New Year, from December 24 to January 5. A dry season equivalent, which also coincides with school holidays, is between July 1 and September 30.
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