Best Time to Visit Bali (Month-by-Month, 2027)

The short answer: April to October is Bali's dry season and the safest bet for beaches, Nusa Penida boat trips and sunset beach clubs.

November to March is the wet season. Expect short, heavy afternoon showers, greener rice terraces, fewer crowds and lower hotel prices. December and early January are still peak season because of the holidays.

For parties, July–August and the Christmas–New Year window are the busiest. For surf, the west coast (Uluwatu, Canggu) is best in the dry season.

Our pick: May, June or September. Great weather, manageable crowds and better prices.