At a glance
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Weather | Hot and humid, about 26 °C on the coast, cooler in Ubud |
| Rain | The wettest month: about 18 to 22 rainy days depending on the source |
| Crowds | Low, except around Chinese New Year (6 February 2027) |
| Prices | Among the lowest of the year outside holidays, good hotel deals |
| Sea | Strong swell and waves, island crossings sometimes cancelled |
The weather
February and January are the island's wettest months: rain often comes in short but intense showers, sometimes for several days in a row, and humidity is above 75%. Mornings are more often clear. Ubud, higher inland, is a little cooler. The start and end of the season shift from year to year: check the Indonesian weather agency (BMKG) forecast a few days before you leave. For the full-year picture, read when to visit Bali.
Crowds and prices
The island is quiet and prices are low, with one exception: Chinese New Year (6 February 2027) and the weeks around it fill some hotels. Ramadan should start around 8 February 2027 (depending on the moon); Bali being mostly Hindu, the effect on visits is limited. To estimate your budget, see Bali travel budget.
What to do
- Waterfalls: at their best, such as Sekumpul, but paths are slippery: read Bali's waterfalls.
- Ubud in the rain: cooking classes, spas, dance and museums; see Ubud in one day and cooking class in Ubud.
- Rice fields: very green, with mornings often workable; see the Tegallalang rice terraces.
- Sea: do not schedule a crossing to Nusa Penida or the Gilis the day before a flight.
Where to stay and what to book
Stay flexible: a covered plan B for each outing, and a spare day before your return flight. Volcanoes are often in cloud in February: do not put the Batur sunrise on your last day. Pick accommodation with a covered terrace or pool area, see where to stay in Bali. For rainy-day transfers a driver is safer than a scooter: private driver in Bali.
FAQ
Is February a good time to visit Bali? Yes if you accept the rain: low prices, a green and quiet island. Avoid it if you want a calm sea and a clear volcano.
How many rainy days in February? Sources range from about 18 to 22 days, in short, heavy showers.
When is Chinese New Year in 2027? On 6 February 2027: the most popular hotels can fill up.
February or March? March is still wet but eases; see Bali in March 2027.
