At a glance
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Weather | Hot and humid, about 27 °C on the coast, cooler in Ubud |
| Rain | About 17 rainy days according to bali.com, often afternoon or evening |
| Crowds | Low: one of the quietest months before Christmas |
| Prices | Low, good hotel deals |
| Sea | Swell possible, island crossings sometimes cancelled |
The weather
Mornings are often dry and showers arrive later in the day, sometimes heavy. The start of the rainy season varies from year to year: check the Indonesian weather agency (BMKG) forecast a week before leaving. For the year-round picture, read when to visit Bali.
Crowds and prices
This is low season: few people at sites, low prices and room almost everywhere. Rates climb as Christmas approaches (see Bali in December 2026). Budget: Bali travel budget.
What to do
- Outdoor mornings: Ubud, the Monkey Forest and the Campuhan Ridge before the showers.
- Waterfalls: more powerful, such as Sekumpul, but slippery paths; see Bali's waterfalls.
- Covered activities: cooking class and spa and massage.
- Sea: keep a margin for crossings to Nusa Penida.
Where to stay and what to book
Plan a covered plan B every day and a spare day before your return flight. Choose accommodation with somewhere to retreat (see where to stay in Bali) and a driver rather than a scooter in the rain: private driver in Bali.
FAQ
Is November a good time to visit Bali? Yes if you accept the rain: few people, low prices, green landscapes.
How many rainy days in November? About 17 according to bali.com, in showers often in the afternoon.
November or December? December is pricier around Christmas; see Bali in December 2026.
Is the volcano visible? Often veiled by cloud: keep a margin for Batur.
