Beach days
Some showersSeminyak, Canggu and Uluwatu get 84–160 mm of rain in October, with highs around 30°C (86°F). Most days still have dry spells for the beach; pack a light rain layer.
Bali weather by month
Bali Weather in October
Dry season. Rain is lighter along the coast, so most days suit the beach and outdoor sightseeing.
Dry seasonFive-year averages, 2021–2025
In October, Seminyak on the south coast averages highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F), with 107 mm (4.2 in) of rain over the month. Between 2021 and 2025, that total ranged from 37 mm in 2023 to 221 mm in 2022.
Inland, Ubud averages highs of 29°C (84°F), while Kintamani, on the rim of the Batur caldera, drops to about 14°C (57°F) at night. Of the 7 areas ranked in the table below, Uluwatu gets the least rain this month (84 mm) and Canggu the most (160 mm).
October at a glance
- Coast by day
- 30°C (86°F)
- Nights 24°C (75°F), Seminyak
- Coast rain
- 107 mm
- Monthly total, Seminyak
- Downpour days
- about 3
- Days with 10 mm+ in Seminyak; lighter showers not counted
- Ubud by day
- 29°C (84°F)
- Nights 21°C (70°F)
- Kintamani at night
- 14°C (57°F)
- Days 23°C (73°F)
- Sunrise / sunset
- 5:56 AM / 6:13 PM
- 15 October, central Bali
The seasons
Where October sits in the year
Average monthly rain in Seminyak, 2021–2025. Select a bar to open that month.
Area by area
Compare areas in October
Driest first, with Amed and Sanur listed last (see the notes below the table). Day and night are average highs and lows. The driest–wettest year column shows the lowest and highest October rain total between 2021 and 2025. Downpour days count only days with 10 mm of rain or more; lighter showers are not counted.
| Area | Day / night | Rain in October | Driest–wettest year | Downpour days | Plan your stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UluwatuBukit Peninsula · 68 m (223 ft) | 30°C (86°F)25°C (77°F) | 84 mm | 32–172 mm | about 1 | Area guide in UluwatuWhere to stay in UluwatuWhere to eat in Uluwatu |
| Nusa PenidaOffshore island · 5 m (16 ft) | 31°C (88°F)25°C (77°F) | 93 mm | 33–193 mm | about 2 | Area guide in Nusa PenidaWhere to stay in Nusa PenidaWhere to eat in Nusa Penida |
| SeminyakSouth coast · 15 m (49 ft) | 30°C (86°F)24°C (75°F) | 107 mm | 37–221 mm | about 3 | Area guide in SeminyakWhere to stay in SeminyakWhere to eat in Seminyak |
| UbudCentral uplands · 213 m (699 ft) | 29°C (84°F)21°C (70°F) | 135 mm | 33–278 mm | about 4 | Area guide in UbudWhere to stay in UbudWhere to eat in Ubud |
| KintamaniBatur caldera rim · 1,467 m (4,813 ft) | 23°C (73°F)14°C (57°F) | 141 mm | 41–350 mm | about 3 | Area guide in Kintamani |
| MundukNorthern highlands · 858 m (2,815 ft) | 27°C (81°F)19°C (66°F) | 159 mm | 55–341 mm | about 4 | Area guide in MundukWhere to stay in Munduk |
| CangguSouthwest coast · 20 m (66 ft) | 31°C (88°F)23°C (73°F) | 160 mm | 65–322 mm | about 5 | Area guide in CangguWhere to stay in CangguWhere to eat in Canggu |
| Amed1East coast · 33 m (108 ft) | 32°C (90°F)25°C (77°F) | 44 mm | 5–140 mm | about 1 | Area guide in AmedWhere to stay in Amed |
| Sanur2Southeast coast · 6 m (20 ft) | 30°C (86°F)24°C (75°F) | 107 mm | 37–221 mm | about 3 | Area guide in SanurWhere to stay in SanurWhere to eat in Sanur |
- 1 The nearest model cell sits on the slopes of Mount Agung, so rain on the coast at Amed is probably lower than shown.
- 2 Sanur’s rain comes from the same model cell as Seminyak’s, so the two show the same totals.
Plan your days
What October weather means for your trip
Diving and snorkeling
Good monthNusa Penida averages 93 mm of rain in October, with air temperatures of 25–31°C (77–88°F). These figures cover rain and air only, not swell or water visibility, so check sea conditions with your boat or dive operator before you book.
Volcano sunrise treks
Some showersKintamani, on the rim of the Batur caldera, averages 141 mm of rain in October and lows of 14°C (57°F). Treks start in the dark and end on a summit higher than the rim, so bring a warm layer. A shower can roll in, so pack a rain jacket.
Rice terraces and waterfalls
Some showersUbud averages 135 mm of rain in October and Munduk 159 mm. Paths can turn muddy after a shower, so wear shoes with grip.
Quick answers
October weather questions
Is October a good time to visit Bali?
For most trips, yes. October is a dry-season month on the south coast: Seminyak averages 107 mm of rain, compared with 58 mm in August, the driest month, and 310 mm in January, the wettest. Of the 7 areas ranked on this page, Uluwatu is the driest in October.
How hot is Bali in October?
On the south coast, days reach about 30°C (86°F) and nights stay near 24°C (75°F). Ubud averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 21°C (70°F) at night. Kintamani is the coolest area on this page, at 23°C (73°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night.
Does it rain every day in Bali in October?
No. Between 2021 and 2025, a typical October in Seminyak had about 3 downpour days (10 mm of rain or more in a day), or 10% of the month. The other days had lighter showers or no rain at all.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Bali in October?
In central Bali, the sun rises at 6:04 AM and sets at 6:14 PM on 1 October. On 31 October, it rises at 5:51 AM and sets at 6:15 PM. Mid-month brings about 12 hours and 17 minutes of daylight.