When to relax in Bali. Season in Bali: when is the best time to go to rest on the island? May is the best time to travel
, is a real tourist gem. In the minds of many, it is associated with tropical paradise, located among the ocean expanses, where tall palm trees hang over white beaches. Per recent decades tourism on the island has grown almost from zero, and now the number of foreign travelers visiting Bali every year is comparable to the number of residents living on it - more than four million. The climate here is equatorially monsoonal, with comfortable warm weather throughout the year.
What is the attraction of the island for tourists
From the south, the island of Bali in Indonesia is washed by the waters of the Indian Ocean. In the northern part is the Bali Sea Basin Pacific Ocean. On the western and eastern sides, the straits separate it from the island of Java and the island of Lombok. If you connect fantasy, then Fr. Bali on the world map looks like big fish floating from west to east. Runs throughout the area Mountain chain with high peaks and active volcanoes, dividing Bali into two completely different regions. In the northern region, the mountain slopes come close to the coastline. In the southern part, parallel to the mountain ranges, there is a limestone hilly plateau.
First of all, the island is attractive in terms of beach holiday. The main resorts are located in the south. The beaches in Bali are truly amazing. Some tourists come here for idle idleness on the shore warm sea, others prefer to relax actively - there are all conditions for diving, surfing and rafting. Still others want to diversify their vacation on the beach with a tour of unique Buddhist temples and get to know the culture of the Balinese better.
When is the best time to go to the island, how to choose the best time to visit it? Each type of holiday has its own criteria, depending on the area, season and weather.
Climate
On an island located almost equatorial zone, there are only two seasons - rainy (lasting from November to March) and dry (from April to October). This feature of the climate is due to the fact that it is dominated by monsoon winds. The rainy season does not cause any particular inconvenience to vacationers, since precipitation occurs most often at night in the form of short showers, and the weather is clear the next day.
The air temperature throughout the year varies slightly, deviating from the average annual indicators (28°С) by only 4-5°С. The water temperature in the ocean is always comfortable, from 26 to 28°C. Accurate forecast a year ahead is hard to do. It often happens that during the dry season it rains, while during the rainy season there is no precipitation for weeks. If we take the average figures for several years by months, then the hottest is November, the warmest sea in April, the least amount of precipitation falls in August, the most - in December.
Weather on the island by months
January is very rainy, approximately 15-20 days per month it's raining. Humidity is 85%. The weather is hot and humid, not well tolerated. Sometimes the air temperature rises to 34°C. Many tourists from Russia come here in winter for a long period, so it is easier for them to choose the best beach days.
February is not very suitable for a short beach holiday - it is impossible to predict when the rain will start. February is similar in temperature to January. South-westerly winds prevail, causing strong waves in the ocean. Near the shore, the water becomes cloudy, algae are nailed to the beach. Swimming is very uncomfortable.
In March, the rains become less, they are shorter and pour, as a rule, at night. Showers happen locally - in one place it rains, and at a distance of 15 km it may not be. Humidity is slightly lower - 75%, but still hot and stuffy. Vegetable world revives and transforms, delighting with fresh greenery.
In April, the weather gradually improves, it rains much less, only 30% of the days are rainy. It is very convenient that it rains mostly at night. The day is hot, the temperature is about 33°C. Humidity is still high at 65%.
The dry season starts in May. Many tourists come from Russia during the May holidays. Rain falls only 25%, and they are short-lived. A comfortable temperature is set - 32 ° C. Humidity drops to 60%, and although the difference with the previous month is not very large, it is noticeable.
June and July is a great time to relax in Bali. The weather is almost the same as in May. About a quarter of the days are rainy, but the rains are nighttime and short-lived. During the day and in the evening, the temperature is approximately the same - about 31 ° C.
August and September the Velvet season continues. Precipitation is about 25%, and they still fall at night. And in the daytime there is a beautiful one, sunny weather with light clouds. The evenings are already a little cooler, but the water in the ocean is just as warm.
October is still quite comfortable for holidays, but it gets hotter (32°C) and short rains are possible. The third part of the days of the month happens with precipitation.
In November, there is already half a month with precipitation, the weather is unstable. The rainy season is starting. Sometimes they blow from the sea strong winds. There are rains, both short and long.
December is also completely unpredictable in terms of weather. It could rain any minute. Humidity rises to 80% and temperature to 33°C. If the wind blows, high waves rise in the ocean.
Beach holiday season
The largest influx of holidaymakers on the beaches of Bali in the high, or beach, season, when there is a minimum of precipitation, is from May to October. It is most advantageous to come here in May, when prices have not yet had time to soar up. Peak in July and August beach season, because this period coincides with vacations and school holidays. Tourists come from Australia, a lot of Europeans. It is believed that the best time to relax on the beaches are the months of May and June - the weather is excellent and there are relatively few people.
The entire south coast is washed by the restless Indian Ocean, so the beaches in these places are especially good for surfing. But there are also several beaches suitable for swimming. At a distance of 10 km from Kuta is the Nusa Dua resort with several beautiful beaches, comfortable for swimming for both adults and children. Geiger beach resort Nusa Dua differs in the optimal depth of the sea near the coast. There are waves here too, but they do not reach the beach, so the water near the shore is calm.
People come to Jimbaran Beach in Bali to relax even with small children, the waves here are not very big. Quiet and safe, housing prices are affordable. You just need to learn how to use the tide chart, which changes depending on the phases of the moon.
Surf season
The most famous beach for surfers is located in the South-West of the island. This is the Kuta resort in Bali, also known for affordable housing, restaurants and noisy nightclubs. Young adventurers come here. During the day they surf, and at night they have fun in nightclubs. Kuta is located closer to the airport than other resorts, so the traffic on the streets does not stop day or night.
Here a large number of surf schools, so many come to Kuta specifically to learn how to surf. This resort is well suited for beginners - a sandy bottom and comfortable small waves. For a quiet beach holiday, Kuta is too noisy. The best time for surfing is during the dry season, and during the rainy season, the water in the ocean is too dirty.
The neighboring Legian beach in Bali is a continuation of Kuta, but it is much more respectable. There are fewer surfers on the beach, more expensive hotels. The ocean is more comfortable for surfing than for swimming - here the waves are too high.
Beyond Legian lies the even quieter Seminyak Beach. On the coast there are four- and five-star hotels. Surfing is also possible here, but board rental is more expensive. Canggu beach is not very suitable for swimming, but experienced surfers are expanse here. The waves are much higher and more powerful than in the Kuta area and on its neighboring beaches. Bingin is also good for surfing - long waves and good bottom.
Although surfing in Bali can be practiced all year round, the dry season is considered the best time for this sport. The best waves at this time need to be caught on the beaches of the west coast - Bukit and Canggu. You can surf here from April to December, but the largest number days with high waves occurs in July and August. Sometimes the waves reach a height of two human heights, which is quite uncomfortable for beginners. You can ski in Canggu only in the dry season and it is better in the morning before the wind starts.
During the rainy season, surfers move to eastern part Bali. During this period, the size of the waves is smaller - waist-deep, shoulder-deep, sometimes full-length. Toward the end of October, the weather begins to deteriorate, the direction of the wind and waves change. At this time, the main surfing happens in Sanur, on Serangan, in the Nusa Dua area. Experienced surfers always study the wave forecast. And beginners should know that if the forecast is 6 feet, then there will be waves 1.8 m high, that is, above the average human height. For beginners, such waves are completely unsuitable, their level is not higher than 3-4 feet.
You also need to take into account the ebbs and flows, which change every six hours. In Nusa Dua, you can go surfing during the rainy season, and it will be comfortable here for both beginners and advanced lovers to catch a wave. Beginners from Kuta are brought here in December-January, as the beaches there are dirty at that time. In the rainy season one more nice beach for skiing - Sanur on the east coast.
We talk about the seasons in Bali: when is the beach holiday season, the rainy season, and when best time for surfing? We also find out what the weather is like in Bali in each of the months and how prices change depending on the season.
There are two seasons in Bali - the dry season and the rainy season. The island has a tropical climate, which is characterized by high humidity of 70-80% most time. The coast is warmer than the mountains, and there is more rainfall. The water in the ocean is always warm +28°С, and the average monthly air temperatures are approximately the same from month to month and are +30°С during the day and +23°С at night. Let's figure out when is the best time to go to Bali for a beach holiday.
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Rainy season in Bali
The rainy season in Bali lasts five months. (November - March), of which only three can be distinguished as the rainiest in terms of the amount of precipitation - December, January and February. Rains of varying intensity last from a couple of hours to several days in a row. The greatest amount of precipitation falls in the south and west of the island.
Sometimes clear "windows" pop up when installed good weather with occasional intermittent rain. The most unusual thing about the weather in Bali is that if it rains on one part of the island, then it can be dry at a distance of 20-30 km from this place.
During the rainy season it is difficult to plan any excursions. You can spend time on the beach, but the unrest on the ocean causes storms, due to which the water becomes cloudy, a lot of garbage and algae are washed ashore. But there are almost no tourists, and the prices for holidays during this period are loyal, the cost of tours is also attractive. Some tourists believe that it is better to relax in Bali during the low season, and they specially go to soak up the local spa centers.
According to tourists, the main disadvantage of the low season is high humidity (85% and above). Against the background of the heat, it is difficult to endure it out of habit, the stuffiness at night is especially debilitating, and it is simply impossible to do without an air conditioner indoors.
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When is beach season in Bali?
Tourists in the reviews clearly write that it is best to relax in Bali during the dry season in order to spend as much time as possible on the beach. Dry season starts at April, but the high tourist season in Bali begins in May and continues until until the end of October. At this time, ideal conditions for excursions, sports and beach holidays - there is no excess humidity, there is almost no rain. Before traveling, we recommend choosing a resort on the island that suits you.
The surf season in Bali, in principle, lasts all year round It's just that each month has its own peculiarities. In general, it coincides with the tourist season. Surfers love July and August most of all - the monsoons operate on the island, carrying dry cool air, due to which the correct waves are formed.
The negative point of the beach holiday season in Bali is the financial side of the issue. At this time, many tourists come from different parts light, and prices for services are rising, including for tours. The best time in terms of weather conditions and the adequacy of prices is the beginning of the season - May or June. Therefore, if you are going to the island, it is better to buy a tour in advance.
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Weather in Bali by months
April
April is the transition to the dry season. It rains mostly at night, during the day it is clear and sunny. Humidity reaches comfortable values of 65%, and the water becomes the warmest of the year.
May
In May, Bali sees the beginning tourist season. Rest on the island at this time is preferred by many because of the still not too high prices. The weather is good: during the day +32°С, at night +22°С, water temperature +28°С. Rains are short-term, most often fall at night, air humidity drops to a comfortable 60%. This is active time. beach activities and surfing. lovers nightlife prefer rest in Seminyak, surfers - the beaches of Kuta and Uluwatu.
June - September
The sun becomes very active, so without sunscreen It's best not to go outside. It rains very rarely, the humidity is 60%, the feeling of stuffiness at night disappears. The least amount of precipitation in August is 15 mm.
When is the best time to visit Bali? Right at this time! The weather conditions are excellent: during the day +31°С, the sea is fresh milk. These months are great for trips around the island, beach and nightlife. You can watch dolphins and others marine life, surfing, diving and fishing, water skiing and jet skiing.
October
October completes the tropical winter - the dry period on the island. This month is still good to rest in Bali. Most high temperatures air in the south and on the Bukit peninsula. A little cooler in Ubud, in the mountains and on the north coast.
In October, several public holidays are celebrated, and surfing competitions are held in Kuta. Good waves form on the beaches of Uluwatu and Kuta. The water temperature in the ocean is +27°С, clean and transparent, ideal for diving.
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November
November is the transitional month in Bali from the dry season to the rainy season. The nature of the weather changes, it rains half the time, often lingering, the nights become hot and stuffy. You should not go for a walk without a raincoat. Usually it rains for an hour or two, after which the sun appears, and you can again go to the beach or go on an excursion.
December - February
In Bali, the weather in December is damp and warm: 2/3 of the time it is cloudy, there are very few sunny days. The amount of precipitation reaches its maximum, the air humidity rises to 80%.
In January it is hot during the day, the air can warm up to +34°С, at night +24°С, water +29°С. Relative Humidity air rises to 85%, as it rains most of the time.
In February, the conditions are similar, there are more rainy days than clear ones. The ocean is often rough, which makes swimming in the ocean impossible, and professional surfers prefer the eastern part of the island, where the correct waves form.
Nevertheless, the vagaries of the weather do not weaken the tourist demand, at Christmas and many holidaymakers from Europe, where during this period it is much colder. The resorts of Nusa Dua, Sanur and the Gili Islands are very popular; on New Year's Eve, the beaches of Kuta become the busiest place. Ubud is suitable for those who are looking for a spa and want to do yoga.
March
According to tourists, it is better to go to Bali in March if you want to catch the celebration of the local New Year. As for the weather, precipitation in March falls mainly at night, the number of sunny days increases. In general, there are 17 cloudy days in March, the humidity drops to 75%, but against the background of a 33-degree heat, it is still hot and stuffy. Strong winter winds subside, and at the end of the month, surfer spots begin their work. For lovers of a relaxing holiday, the beaches of Nusa Dua are preferable.
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Bali has a hot dry and humid climate all year round. But wind direction, humidity and rainfall divide the year into two periods: the dry season and the rainy season. And if this is not taken into account, then you can ruin your vacation. Therefore, the decision when it is better to go to the "Island of the Gods" must be made based on the desired weather and the type of planned vacation. And to make it easier for you to do this, I have described in detail the seasons in Bali.
Dry season in Bali May to October when southeasterly winds bring dry air from Australian continent. This half of the year is characterized low level humidity, minimum rainfall, warm weather(+28-30°C), sunny days which provides ideal conditions for summer holiday. Features of each month in the dry season:
- May- hot month average temperature+29°C, dry and cloudless weather suitable for taking sunbathing, bathing and active rest, including water sports (surfing, scuba diving), climbing, mountain tours.
- June. In June, the weather is clear with an average rainfall of 70 mm, which is ideal for relaxing on the beach. In the coastal areas of the island, in the evenings, pleasant cool breezes are felt along the coast.
- July is a hot month with an average of 4 rainy days. locals consider July and August "cool", since these months have the most low temperature air per year. Good visibility of the water allows diving and snorkelling. With the school holidays approaching, many tourists visit the island, so the Balinese resorts are often busy.
- August– the sunniest month of the year with the least rainfall (30 mm), which creates ideal weather for a beach holiday. Resorts on the south coast are crowded, so you need to book hotels in advance or go to the central region of the island.
- September- dry hot month with little precipitation (40 mm). Due to the end of school holidays and summer holidays beaches on the south coast are becoming less crowded, which provides a comfortable pastime.
- October. In October temperatures remain very warm and tourists enjoy good visibility of the water around the protected dive sites. But about 8 days a month there are short-term showers.
The dry season is considered the ideal time to visit Bali as the calm ocean provides conditions for diving and other activities. aquatic species sports. But from June to August (together with new year holidays) is the peak tourist season, during which resorts are usually very busy and prices for services rise up to 50%. For a combination of sunny and dry weather, affordable prices and a more relaxing holiday, the island is best visited in May, September and October.
Rain season
In each season, there can be strong winds that raise ocean levels and thus make it difficult to dive on the tourist side of the island. The ideal time for diving is during the transitional months, usually April or October, as the wind is generally light and the oceans are calm. Balinese use moon calendar Saka, according to which the best time to dive is September-October, the worst is February-March.
Bali is beautiful at any time of the year thanks to the warm pleasant climate and majestic nature. The best time to visit the island depends on your personal preferences. The best period is the dry season (from May to October) - months with low humidity and the least rainfall.
Probably, each of those who decided to visit Bali, asked the question about the best time to relax on this exotic island. After all, how insulting it would be if, after overcoming such a long flight, often taking a whole day, already at the gangway, Bali would be unfriendly with a tropical downpour.
Best time to visit Bali
Perhaps rain is the main problem capable of literally this word fall on the head of tourists.
Tropical showers - salient feature climate of the island, which is warm even in winter. Here they are the main dictators of the rest. That is why there are two seasons in Bali: dry and wet.
Dry season in Bali
The dry season, and therefore the most suitable for recreation, lasts from May to October. The weather during the "dry season" is more acceptable: not as hot and humid as at other times of the year. This means that a large concentration of tourists is expected on the island and, as a result, an increase in prices for flights, hotels and various services. 
The peak of the summer season is in July and August. This period coincides with school holidays and holidays. Many children arrive from neighboring Australia, a huge flow of tourists is observed from the western Indonesian island of Java. Bali is also popular among Europeans. These are guests from Spain, Italy and France.
It is believed that the best time, combining excellent weather conditions and streets relatively free from visitors, can be called May and June. 
Wet season in Bali
Starting in November and ending in April, the wet season reigns on the island. The temperatures are high. 
Besides, hot weather more difficult to tolerate due to high humidity. There are tropical rains, which are characterized by unpredictability and suddenness. But the latter bring, most likely, relief rather than disappointment. 
By the way, most tourists vacationing in Bali during the rainy season never deny themselves the pleasure of swimming in the ocean under a tropical downpour. After all, in fact, the water remains the same warm. 
However, the "wet season" does not mean at all that it rains non-stop for all six months. The highest intensity occurs in December and January. 
Already in February, the amount of precipitation becomes significantly less, and in March it rarely rains at all. 
The "holiday" factor
Holidays are the time that instantly increases the influx of tourists, regardless of whether the sun is shining in the sky or it has burst into heavy rain.
Often large religious events occur during the "dry season". For example, Ramadan. At this time, local Muslims flock to the island from all over the country. Every year Ramadan falls on different numbers Therefore, before planning a trip, be sure to look at the calendar. 
Somewhere between July and October, Bali is famous for the Negara Bull Races. This exciting performance with richly decorated chariots and well-trained jockeys also stirs up the interest of vacationers. 
New Year and Christmas become a good occasion to relax in Bali, as many travel companies make their customers cost-effective offers in honor of the upcoming holidays. 
Surf season
Surfing in Bali is possible all year round. However, from the time of the visit it is preferable to choose one or another place for this sport.
From April to October, you should choose the west coast, and from November to March, you need to go to the eastern part of the island. 
But still, for surfing, the “dry” season is preferable, when it does not interfere with the going rain. 
Off-season
The off-season in Bali brings cheaper plane tickets and lower hotel rates. However, it is better to make a reservation in advance, and not at the very last minute. 
Finishing the topic of the best time to relax in Bali, it would be logical to sum up. However, there is no single answer to this question. What is of primary importance to you - the desire to avoid the rains or the peak of the tourist season? We are sure that there are others, no less important points which should definitely be considered.
Bali It has a stable air temperature throughout the year, but because of the humidity, the weather feels different. At this time, the rainy season ends, the period of sunny days begins with high humidity. April - May are considered the most favorable months for relaxing on the island, since it is no longer as damp as in March and not as hot as in June. In early April, there are still short-term rains, but by the middle of the month, stable, dry weather is already established, the air temperature rises to + 31 ° С. The number of cloudy days does not exceed 10-12 days.
April on Bali well suited for a beach holiday, because during this period the sea is clean, calm, warm - the water warms up to +26 +28 ° С. You can also go surfing and scuba diving. After the rainy season, the island literally blooms, filling everything around with bright exotic flowers, while high season has not yet begun, and there are not so many tourists, which means that a calm, serene vacation is guaranteed.
The island is rich in natural attractions such as rice terraces, strawberry farms and coffee plantations. The Monkey Forest is open to the public.
During this period, Bali waterfalls open for visits, the most popular of which is Semkupul. Fans of more active recreation can participate in rafting on the mountain river.
Also, on the territory of the island there is a Water Bom water park, which will be a great entertainment for the whole family. A wide variety of water attractions and slides will impress both adults and children.
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