What is the cheapest time to visit Bali?

The cheapest months are the wet season, November to March (excluding the Christmas-New-Year weeks), when flights, villas and tours all drop sharply - January and February are the lowest. You trade some reliability for the savings: expect hot, humid days with heavy afternoon downpours rather than constant rain, and lush green scenery in return. For low prices with better weather, target the shoulder months of April or October.

When is the rainy season in Bali?

Bali's wet season runs roughly November to March, peaking in December, January and February. Rain typically comes as intense afternoon and evening storms rather than all-day drizzle, so mornings are often still usable. Humidity is high throughout. The dry season (April to October) is far more reliable, with August the driest month - which is exactly why it's also the busiest.

What months should you avoid in Bali?

December to February see the heaviest rain and highest humidity, so they're the months to approach with flexibility (and they're cheapest for a reason). The other consideration is July and August - the weather is perfect, but they're the most crowded and expensive, and popular spots like Ubud and the Bukit beaches get busy. For the best balance, come in May-June or September.

Is Bali good to visit in the shoulder season?

The shoulder months of May, June and September are arguably the best time to visit Bali. You get dry-season weather - sunny, warm and relatively low-humidity - without the July-August peak in crowds and prices. Villas and tours are easier to book and better value, the surf is good, and the island feels less hectic. April and October are also good, with a slightly higher chance of a passing shower.

How far in advance should I book a trip to Bali?

For July and August - and the Christmas-New-Year peak - book flights and villas three to five months ahead, as the best-value places in Seminyak, Canggu and Ubud sell out. For the shoulder and wet seasons, four to six weeks is usually enough. Flights land at Denpasar (DPS); many travellers connect via Singapore, Kuala Lumpur or major Asian hubs, so compare routings.

What is the weather like in Bali year-round?

Bali is warm and tropical all year, with highs of 28-31°C and warm nights. The main variable is rain and humidity: the dry season (April-October) is sunny with lower humidity and calm seas, while the wet season (November-March) is hotter, more humid and prone to heavy afternoon storms. The central highlands around Ubud and the volcanoes are cooler and greener than the coastal resorts.

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The Best Time to Visit Bali

Best: April–October (dry season)Cheapest: November–March (wet season)

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Bali is warm all year, so the real choice is dry season versus wet - and whether you'll pay the July-August premium for perfect weather. Here's every month rated for weather, crowds and cost, so you land in the sweet spot between sunshine, value and space.

Updated 6 July 2026

In Brief

When is the best time to visit Bali?

The best time to visit Bali is the dry season, April to October - warm, sunny days, lower humidity and calm seas, ideal for beaches, surfing and the rice terraces. July and August are the peak, busiest and priciest, so May-June and September are the sweet spots for great weather with fewer crowds. The wet season (November to March) is hot and humid with daily downpours and the year's lowest prices; December to February is the wettest.

Best time to go

April–October (dry season)

Cheapest time

November–March (wet season)

When to avoid

December–February (peak wet season)

Bali climate at a glance

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Cheapest window: November–March (wet season)

March: $ · Low crowds · 31°C, hot, easing

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Bali month by month

Every month rated for weather, crowds and price, so you can match the trip to the month.

Peak seasonGreatShoulder / valueOff-peak

Month	Weather	Crowds	Price	What it's like
Jan	30°C, hot, wet	Low	$	The wettest month - hot, humid and prone to heavy afternoon downpours; cheapest prices, but the least reliable weather.
Feb	30°C, hot, wet	Low	$	Still deep in the wet season with frequent storms; lush, green and quiet, and a bargain if you can dodge the rain.
Mar	31°C, hot, easing	Low	$	The rains begin to ease and prices stay low; watch for Nyepi, the island-wide Day of Silence, when everything closes for 24 hours.
Apr	31°C, warm, drying	Moderate	$$	The dry season begins - sunnier, drier days and still-low crowds make this one of the best-value months to go.
May	30°C, warm, dry	Moderate	$$	Excellent dry-season weather with low humidity and good surf, before the peak-season crowds and prices arrive.
Jun	29°C, warm, dry	High	$$	Reliably sunny and pleasant, with the Bali Arts Festival under way; high season builds but hasn't peaked yet.
Jul	28°C, warm, dry	Peak	$$$	Peak season - dry, sunny and slightly cooler, but the busiest and priciest, with Australian and European holidays overlapping.
Aug	28°C, warm, dry	Peak	$$$	The driest, breeziest month and the top of high season - superb weather and surf, but crowded and premium-priced.
Sep	29°C, warm, dry	High then easing	$$	A sweet spot - still dry and sunny with the crowds thinning after the August peak, and prices easing back.
Oct	30°C, warm	Moderate	$$	The tail of the dry season with rising humidity and the first showers; good value before the wet season sets in.
Nov	30°C, hot, humid	Low	$	The wet season returns with humid days and afternoon storms; prices fall and the landscapes turn vivid green.
Dec	30°C, hot, wet	Low then High	$$	Hot and wet, but the Christmas-New-Year holidays briefly spike crowds and prices despite the frequent rain.

Time it right: Bali's seasonal highlights

Dry season
April–October
The prime window for beaches, surfing, waterfalls and the rice terraces - sunny days, low humidity and calm seas across the island.
Nyepi (Balinese Day of Silence)
March (date varies)
Balinese New Year: the entire island shuts down for 24 hours - no flights, no going out, lights off. Fascinating, but plan around it.
Bali Arts Festival
June–July
A month-long celebration of Balinese dance, music and crafts in Denpasar - a cultural highlight of the early dry season.
Surf season
April–October
The dry-season swells light up the west-coast breaks (Uluwatu, Canggu, Padang Padang); the wet season favours the east coast.

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