Beach days
Some showersSeminyak, Canggu and Uluwatu get 76–162 mm of rain in September, with highs around 29°C (84°F). Most days still have dry spells for the beach; pack a light rain layer.
Bali weather by month
Bali Weather in September
Dry season. Rain is lighter along the coast, so most days suit the beach and outdoor sightseeing.
Dry seasonFive-year averages, 2021–2025
In September, Seminyak on the south coast averages highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F), with 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain over the month. Between 2021 and 2025, that total ranged from 34 mm in 2023 to 251 mm in 2025.
Inland, Ubud averages highs of 28°C (82°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, Nusa Penida gets the least rain this month (63 mm) and Canggu the most (162 mm).
September at a glance
- Coast by day
- 29°C (84°F)
- Nights 23°C (73°F), Seminyak
- Coast rain
- 112 mm
- Monthly total, Seminyak
- Downpour days
- about 1
- Days with 10 mm+ in Seminyak; lighter showers not counted
- Ubud by day
- 28°C (82°F)
- Nights 21°C (70°F)
- Kintamani at night
- 14°C (57°F)
- Days 22°C (72°F)
- Sunrise / sunset
- 6:13 AM / 6:16 PM
- 15 September, central Bali
The seasons
Where September sits in the year
Average monthly rain in Seminyak, 2021–2025. Select a bar to open that month.
Area by area
Compare areas in September
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 September 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 September | Driest–wettest year | Downpour days | Plan your stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nusa PenidaOffshore island · 5 m (16 ft) | 30°C (86°F)24°C (75°F) | 63 mm | 38–80 mm | about 1 | Area guide in Nusa PenidaWhere to stay in Nusa PenidaWhere to eat in Nusa Penida |
| UluwatuBukit Peninsula · 68 m (223 ft) | 29°C (84°F)24°C (75°F) | 76 mm | 52–97 mm | about 1 | Area guide in UluwatuWhere to stay in UluwatuWhere to eat in Uluwatu |
| MundukNorthern highlands · 858 m (2,815 ft) | 26°C (79°F)18°C (64°F) | 100 mm | 25–147 mm | about 2 | Area guide in MundukWhere to stay in Munduk |
| KintamaniBatur caldera rim · 1,467 m (4,813 ft) | 22°C (72°F)14°C (57°F) | 109 mm | 70–160 mm | about 2 | Area guide in Kintamani |
| SeminyakSouth coast · 15 m (49 ft) | 29°C (84°F)23°C (73°F) | 112 mm | 34–251 mm | about 1 | Area guide in SeminyakWhere to stay in SeminyakWhere to eat in Seminyak |
| UbudCentral uplands · 213 m (699 ft) | 28°C (82°F)21°C (70°F) | 130 mm | 50–228 mm | about 2 | Area guide in UbudWhere to stay in UbudWhere to eat in Ubud |
| CangguSouthwest coast · 20 m (66 ft) | 29°C (84°F)22°C (72°F) | 162 mm | 52–337 mm | about 2 | Area guide in CangguWhere to stay in CangguWhere to eat in Canggu |
| Amed1East coast · 33 m (108 ft) | 31°C (88°F)24°C (75°F) | 22 mm | 8–39 mm | under 1 | Area guide in AmedWhere to stay in Amed |
| Sanur2Southeast coast · 6 m (20 ft) | 29°C (84°F)23°C (73°F) | 112 mm | 34–251 mm | about 1 | 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 September weather means for your trip
Diving and snorkeling
Good monthNusa Penida averages 63 mm of rain in September, with air temperatures of 24–30°C (75–86°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 109 mm of rain in September 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 130 mm of rain in September and Munduk 100 mm. Paths can turn muddy after a shower, so wear shoes with grip.
Quick answers
September weather questions
Is September a good time to visit Bali?
For most trips, yes. September is a dry-season month on the south coast: Seminyak averages 112 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, Nusa Penida is the driest in September.
How hot is Bali in September?
On the south coast, days reach about 29°C (84°F) and nights stay near 23°C (73°F). Ubud averages 28°C (82°F) by day and 21°C (70°F) at night. Kintamani is the coolest area on this page, at 22°C (72°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night.
Does it rain every day in Bali in September?
No. Between 2021 and 2025, a typical September in Seminyak had about 1 downpour day (10 mm of rain or more in a day), or 3% of the month. The other days had lighter showers or no rain at all.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Bali in September?
In central Bali, the sun rises at 6:21 AM and sets at 6:18 PM on 1 September. On 30 September, it rises at 6:04 AM and sets at 6:14 PM. Mid-month brings about 12 hours and 3 minutes of daylight.