January
Shoulder seasonWet season; frequent rain and higher humidity
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Boat crossings and the Mount Batur hike can be disrupted; keep flexible plans.
February
Shoulder seasonWet season; rain showers with some clear spells
Quieter and cheaper, but build buffer time around Nusa Penida sea conditions.
March
Good time to goTransitional; rain easing through the month
Good value before the April–October drier window opens fully.
April
Best time to goDrier window begins; warm days with lower humidity
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Strong choice for Nusa Penida viewpoints and Ubud temple visits.
May
Best time to goDry and warm with lower humidity
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Reliable conditions before peak-season pricing; boats run well.
June
Best time to goDry season; clear coastal days
Good weather with rising demand; book Sanur boats and Kecak tickets early.
July
Good time to goDry season; peak demand
Best weather but highest rates and busiest Kelingking viewpoint access.
August
Good time to goDry season; peak demand continues
Expect crowded Kelingking access paths and premium room pressure.
September
Best time to goDry season easing; warm days
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
A balanced month for the full Sanur–Nusa Penida–Ubud–Uluwatu route.
October
Good time to goEnd of the drier window; occasional showers
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Good value with mostly workable sea conditions for Nusa Penida crossings.
November
Shoulder seasonWet season returns; heavier showers
Cheaper, but boat and hike plans need flexibility and buffer days.
December
Shoulder seasonWet season with Christmas–New Year demand
Peak holiday pricing despite unsettled weather; book well ahead if travelling.
- BestApr, May, Jun, Sep
- GoodMar, Jul, Aug, Oct
- FairJan, Feb, Nov, Dec