Bali Travel Guide: Best Season, Weather, Plugs & Itineraries
The “Island of the Gods”: Ubud’s rice terraces and arts, temple ceremonies, surf beaches, volcano sunrises and spas.
🗓 Best time to goDry season Apr–Oct is best; Nov–Mar brings afternoon rain.
💱 CurrencyIndonesian rupiah (IDR)
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🔌 Plugs & voltage230V | Type C/F (round pins). Adapter needed
🌦 ClimateDry season Apr–Oct is best for beaches and volcano hikes; Nov–Mar brings afternoon rain. Ubud is cooler at night.
Monthly average temperatures in Bali
| City / month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bali High / low | 31° 24° | 31° 24° | 31° 24° | 32° 24° | 31° 24° | 30° 23° | 30° 23° | 30° 23° | 31° 23° | 32° 24° | 32° 24° | 31° 24° |
°C — top is the average high, bottom the average low. Typical values only; check the forecast before you go. See charts in the climate tool.
Bali travel tips
- Get a visa on arrival or e-VoA as needed, and pay the Bali tourist levy (online).
- Sarongs are required at temples; local custom asks menstruating women not to enter.
- Hire a driver and agree the price up front; drink bottled water.
Bali itineraries
Bali in 5 Days
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Ubud’s rice terraces and Monkey Forest, Tirta Empul, a Mount Batur sunrise, Tanah Lot and the Kecak fire dance at Uluwatu — beaches and highlands in one trip.
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General travel information — entry rules, e-authorisations, weather and opening details change often, so check official sources.