Bali November — green rice terraces under monsoon clouds

Bali · Indonesia

November

Monsoon properly returns — good for budget culture trips, bad for anything outdoors.

Strong option

#6 of 12 months

There are better months for Bali — see the full ranking below.

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Climate

High

30.8°C

Low

23.8°C

Rain

209mm

Sun

6hrs/day

30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5

How November scores in Bali

Weather
Average
Value
Excellent
Crowds
Excellent
Events
Above average
Atmosphere
Good

What you gain in November

  • Very low prices: excellent for retreats, spa stays, and cooking classes
  • Temples and Ubud cultural sites with minimal tourist presence
  • Green season photography — dramatic skies and lush landscape

What you sacrifice

  • Significant rainfall returns: 209mm, expect heavy downpours most afternoons
  • Beach conditions deteriorating sharply on south and west-facing shores
  • Some trekking routes (Gunung Agung) not recommended

How November compares to May (best month)

FactorNovemberMay
Weather
4
8
Value
8
7
Crowds
8
7

November in other destinations

Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Bali, not across destinations. Methodology →