Which month is best for Bali?

The best time to visit Bali is between April and October, the island's dry season. Although the weather is ideal for travellers, the island is also subject to soupy, humid days throughout the year. Many shops offer sales and promotions; restaurants are less crowded in those mid-season months.



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We'd recommend to avoid visiting during the December holidays as not only is this peak rainy season, but crowds are also heavy. Our personal pick would be to visit Bali during the shoulder months, May, June or September, to avoid the rain and the crowds.

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October. The best time to travel to Bali is in October. October is considered to be the end of the peak season in Bali. Prices for flights and accommodation are cheaper than the peak months of June, July, August and September.

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Bali accommodation
The cheapest times for accommodation in Bali coincide with the wet season, October through to March. During this time, tourism numbers are lower so hotels in Bali are cheaper due to a lack of demand and act as a draw to bring more people in.

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The Wet Season (November – April)
While it may remain hot (with an average 31 degrees most days), the rain will fall and skies overcast – with December and January the most rainy months.

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When planning a trip to Bali, I recommend planning to spend at least 5 days in Bali. However, 10 days to 2 weeks would ultimately be best, allowing you to explore everything the island offers. You can also go for as little as 3 days, but you can only visit one location.

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The Wet Season (November – April) While it may remain hot (with an average 31 degrees most days), the rain will fall and skies overcast – with December and January the most rainy months.

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Bali remains affordable compared to Western destinations and other Southeast Asian countries like Singapore and Malaysia; however, Thailand is still slightly less expensive. This is what makes Thailand such a great choice for many travelers.

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While there are no direct flights from the U.S. to Bali, the amount of transfers you will have to make and the time it will take you to get there depends on the U.S. city you are departing from.

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Instead, you might want to time your trip to avoid peak season, which is July to August, Christmas and Easter, when families descend on Bali during the school holidays. As Bali is so small it can easily feel very crowded.

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The average cost of a trip to Bali is around $3000 USD for two people for two weeks. This budget includes flights, accommodation, food, activities, and transport within Bali. Of course, this is just an estimate and your actual costs may be higher or lower depending on your specific travel plans.

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How can you avoid Bali Belly?
  1. Make sure all meat and seafood is thoroughly cooked (not raw or rare)
  2. Avoid the following foods while travelling: Sushi. Unpasteurised dairy products milk/cheese/ice cream. ...
  3. Water: Don't drink tap water. Don't use tap water to brush your teeth. ...
  4. Hygiene: Wash your hands after using the toilet.


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Bali Weather Facts
The Dry Season between the months of May – September have the lowest humidity. May is usually the hottest month in Bali with an average temperature of 28°C (82°F) and the coldest is January at 26°C (79°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 9 in April.

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Do you need a visa to travel to Bali? Yes, for most visitors to Bali/Indonesia, a tourist visa is required for entry. However, foreign nationals from the following ASEAN countries can enter Indonesia visa-free for up to 30 days for tourism purposes: Brunei.

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Bali is very affordable when you want it to be, it can also be very pricey if you want to enjoy the finer things in life. For a budget backpacker, though you could get by Bali with as low as 15 dollars per day, we usually recommend spending 30 dollars or so.

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Cost of Living Living in Bali is cheaper than in Hawaii. It costs less to find a place to stay, buy food, and get around in Bali. This means that living in Bali is a good choice for people who want to save money.

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You need a Visa to visit or live in Bali, what type of visa is what needs to be planned. You will enter Bali on a Tourist Visa, which is valid for 30 days. If you want to extend to 60 days, you must purchase a Visa on Arrival (VOA) when entering the airport. Then a visit to Immigration will allow you to extend.

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United's most popular flights to Bali (Denpasar) (DPS)
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Bali Weather Facts
The Dry Season between the months of May – September have the lowest humidity. May is usually the hottest month in Bali with an average temperature of 28°C (82°F) and the coldest is January at 26°C (79°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 9 in April.

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Bali is a super casual destination, and the island has no dress code. As it's a tropical island, the usual outfit consists of shorts, a shirt/tank top, and sandals. If you plan to visit climb one of the island's volcanoes like Batur or Agung, you'll want to pack a light jacket and long pants.

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