Best time to visit bali

Visiting other destinations?Time your trip just right with our other When to go in Bali: A weather overview Your dream of visiting Bali—lazing on the beach in between frolicking among Bali lies not far from the equator, and its hot & humid climate reflects this. Temperatures throughout Bali are fairly steady throughout the year, with average highs hovering around 28-30ºC and lows around 23-25ºC. Rainfall, however, is a different story. Unlike more temperate destinations, the usual four-season annual cycle doesn’t apply here. There are just two distinct seasons here: dry season and wet season. (And I’m sure you already have an idea of which one makes for the better travel experience!) The best time to go to Bali is during the dry season, between May and October. Although you’ll still get rain showers at this time, they aren’t nearly as frequent or heavy. The adverse effect is, of course, that the crowds during the dry season are denser. Tourism in Bali’s most popular destinations hits its peak around July and August. Holidays such as Easter, Christmas, and New Year’s are also among the busier times of the year. Let’s dig a little deeper… Weather By Season Dry Season • When is dry season: From May until October • What to expect in dry season: Bali’s tourism high season hits its stride, unsurprisingly, during the dry season. As the temperatures don’t shift significantly throughout the year, the biggest change you’ll notice in the dry season is the decrease in rainfall and hum...

As the most popular and well-known island in Indonesia, Bali is a bustling hotspot no matter the time of year. Whether you choose family-friendly Nusa Dua, spiritual Ubud, or buzzy Seminyak, there’s something for every traveler on the “Island of the Gods.” Read on to discover which season best suits your priorities and start planning your Balinese escape. While it can often seem like the island goes from busy to busier, tourism ebb and flow typically coincides with weather patterns. Bali has two distinct seasons, the dry season (April to October) and the wet season (November to March). Fewer rains and less humidity make the dry season the most popular time to visit, whereas the wet season can yield fewer crowds and more affordable nightly rates. Travelers can also take advantage of shoulder seasons—such as the beginning or tail-end of the dry season—when the weather is moderate but the island is still abuzz. Spring (March to May) The beginning of the dry season is one of the best times to visit Bali: crowds are light and the rains drop off dramatically by the end of March. Though temperatures typically hover in the 90s (more or less the norm for Bali outside of high season), you’ll find a comfortable breeze in beach towns such as Seminyak, Uluwatu, Canggu, and Nusa Dua. Travelers who prefer to park it on the sand all day can rent a lounge chair at trendy RELATED: If it’s a sunset ‘Gram you crave, head to Jimbaran’s Burrata in Bali might sound like an oxymoron, but you’ll b...

Bali is situated just eight degrees south of the equator and enjoys a tropical climate. Those factoids become a sweaty three-shower-a-day reality once you wander too far from the breezy coast. Humidity often hovers around 85 percent. One exception is the green Kintamani region north of Ubud in the interior. Mount Batur provides enough elevation to even make weather chilly and drizzly some days for travelers on a motorbike. Of course, visiting during the low season has its downsides, too. Sometimes consistent downpours span for days while others dissipate within an hour. You never know. Plus, humidity is much higher, making the heat feel that much worse. Mosquitoes are much worse between rains, making dengue fever more of a threat on the island. Visibility at dive and snorkel sites is often worse because of sediment washed into the sea. Rougher seas may make boat trips less enjoyable. With many students out of school during the summer months, party epicenters such as Kuta become rowdy as young revelers come to enjoy the nightlife. The atmosphere along Jalan Legian resembles what you would expect at some American beaches during college spring break. Fortunately, there are plenty of lesser-known places along the coast: Amed, Lovina, and Padangbai still offer escape. And if things really get out of control, the nearby islands of Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Penida are tempting. • Nyepi, the Balinese Day of Silence, falls on the Hindu New Year and will certainly affect your trip—b...

Travelling to Bali is at the top of people’s bucket lists worldwide, and I’m pretty confident that not one of those people dreams of their trip being full of rainy days and sodden sandals. I speak from experience when I say motorbikes and tropical rainstorms – not fun. So, when is the best time to visit Bali? Between the dry, rainy, high and low seasons, it can get confusing to know which months are the ideal time to commit to your once-in-a-lifetime vacation. Don’t worry, I am here to help. I am going to break down the best months for travelling to the island, along with weather guidelines, to assist you in narrowing down when to go to Bali for an adventure in paradise. Weather in Bali Thanks to its location below the equator, Bali doesn’t experience a big surge, or drop, in temperatures throughout the year. It does, however, have a dry season and a rainy season. A good place to start when planning your trip to Bali is to consider the weather and identify what kind of trip you are hoping to have. Are you looking to have the tropical beach getaway of your dreams? Or, are you happy to spend some reflective time indoors, watching rain spatter onto the luscious gardens on a calm getaway? Through April to October, Bali has what is considered the ‘dry season’. Between these months you can – pretty much – guarantee bright shining sun all day, every day. With high temperatures and climbing UV indexes, it is the perfect time for heat lovers – pack your SPF50! If you are hoping to ...