Bali travel guide
Bali in September has daytime highs near 30°C, lows near 22°C and about 55 mm of rain. Excellent shoulder season; mostly dry, warm and less crowded than July-August. See below for what to plan and who September suits. Figures are typical values from our research, so check a forecast before you travel.
Facts checked 2 Nov 2026
Excellent shoulder season; mostly dry, warm and less crowded than July-August.
September is an excellent shoulder month in Bali. The weather is still mostly dry and warm, but the crowds ease from the July and August peak. Many travellers see it as the calmest of the good months. This guide explains what Bali is like in September: the weather, how busy it is, what to plan and who the month suits. Figures are typical values from our destination research, so check a forecast before you travel.
Daytime highs are about 30°C and nights about 22°C. Rainfall is about 55 mm and humidity is about 72 percent. Conditions are mostly dry and warm, with a small warm-up in daytime highs compared with August.
September suits couples, families and anyone who wants dry weather with fewer people. It is one of the months our research lists for families and honeymoons. It is a strong choice if your dates are flexible.
September is a little wetter than August, with about 55 mm against 35 mm, but it is less crowded than July and August. October is wetter again, at about 110 mm, with showers becoming more frequent. Next door, August and October have their own guides.
September gives you much of August's weather without its pressure. Spend the extra flexibility on a slower itinerary with fewer hotel changes, since travellers often say a slower two-base or single-base trip is more enjoyable than a packed one. The island still has heavy traffic, so keep Nusa Penida to one day and the rest of your days to one main stop. Our packages are land-only, so book flights separately and keep your passport valid for at least six months from arrival. Read the Bali visa guide for Indians for entry steps.
This guide is compiled from published tourism and weather information and traveller reports about Bali, and was last checked on 2 November 2026. Weather, prices and schedules change, so confirm details before you book.
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Bali in September has daytime highs near 30°C and lows near 22°C, with about 55 mm of rain and humidity around 72 percent. Excellent shoulder season; mostly dry, warm and less crowded than July-August. Check the forecast closer to your dates.
Yes. September is an excellent shoulder season, mostly dry, warm and less crowded than July and August, with about 55 mm of rain. Weather varies from year to year, so confirm with a forecast and your planner before you book.
Yes. September is among the months our research lists for honeymoons, with mostly dry weather and calmer crowds. Villas and sunset dinners are easier to book than in August. Weather varies from year to year, so confirm with a forecast and your planner before you book.
Our research shows about 55 mm of rain in September, with humidity near 72 percent. Rainfall varies from year to year, so keep a flexible plan and check a forecast before you travel. Weather varies from year to year, so confirm with a forecast and your planner before you book.
Pack light, breathable clothes, sun protection and comfortable shoes for highs near 30°C. Add a rain layer if the month is wet, and a modest outfit with covered shoulders and knees for temple visits. Weather varies from year to year, so confirm with a forecast and your planner before you book.
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