When is the best time to visit Bali?

The best months to visit Bali are May, June, July, August, September. May–September is Bali's dry season — ideal for diving, hiking and rice-terrace walks.

What months should I avoid in Bali?

We recommend avoiding January, February, March, November, December in Bali due to unfavourable weather or peak crowds.

Is Bali expensive to visit?

Bali is considered a budget destination. Daily costs vary by travel style — use our budget calculator for a personalised estimate.

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Best Time to Visit Bali

Asia· Month-by-month weather, crowds & prices

WeatherDry & sunny

Temperature24–32°C

CrowdsHigh

PricesBudget

Month by month

When to go

Best Good Avoid

JanAvoid

FebAvoid

MarAvoid

AprGood

MayBest

JunBest

JulBest

AugBest

SepBest

OctGood

NovAvoid

DecAvoid

Best months

MayJuneJulyAugustSeptember

Peak conditions — ideal weather, manageable crowds, and the best overall experience.

Also good

AprilOctober

Decent conditions with some trade-offs — good shoulder-season value.

Months to avoid

JanuaryFebruaryMarchNovemberDecember

Unfavourable weather, extreme crowds, or peak prices — plan around these if possible.

Expert tip

May–September is Bali's dry season — ideal for diving, hiking and rice-terrace walks.

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