At a glance
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Weather | About 27 °C on the coast, mornings often clear |
| Rain | About 12 rainy days according to bali.com, late-day showers |
| Crowds | Medium to low: the summer crowds are gone |
| Prices | Easing, good rates outside school holidays |
| Sea | Still fairly calm, variable swell |
The weather
Sun still dominates in the morning, with showers more frequent late in the month and in the afternoon. The rainy season does not arrive on a fixed date: check the Indonesian weather agency (BMKG) forecast before leaving. To compare with other months, read when to visit Bali.
Crowds and prices
Fewer people than in September, so sites are more pleasant: Tegallalang, Tirta Empul or Ulun Danu Beratan are less crowded. Accommodation is easier to find and cheaper. Budget: Bali travel budget.
What to do
- Sunset: Uluwatu and Tanah Lot in late afternoon, before the showers.
- Temples and rice fields: see which temples to visit and Jatiluwih.
- Volcano: sunrise at Batur, with a little margin.
- Sea: Nusa Penida remains possible; keep a spare day.
Where to stay and what to book
Put outdoor outings in the morning and keep afternoons for covered activities (spa, cooking). See where to stay in Bali, private driver in Bali and spa and massage in Ubud.
FAQ
Is October a good time to visit Bali? Yes: fewer people, easing prices, still good days.
Does it rain in Bali in October? More than in September: about 12 days according to bali.com, often late in the day.
October or November? November is clearly wetter; see Bali in November 2026.
Can I still dive? Yes, visibility stays decent early in the month; see diving in Bali.
