Bali in July is the dry season: around 30 °C (86 °F) in the afternoon, 23 °C (73 °F) at night and only 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain in Denpasar, over 4 days on average. Verdict: ✅ excellent weather, but it is high season: expensive flights, full hotels and congested roads in the south. The key to a good July stay is therefore organisation: book early and choose your areas. For a month earlier, our page on going to Bali in June helps you compare weather and crowds.
European and Australian school holidays overlap in July and August. To compare with the rest of the year, see our page on the best time to visit Bali.
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Bali in July: key facts
- Verdict: ✅ dry and sunny, high season
- Denpasar: 30.4 °C (87 °F) in the afternoon, 23.0 °C (73 °F) at night, 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain (4 rainy days)
- Mountains: cool nights in Kintamani and Munduk
- Surf: season of steady swell on the west coast and the Bukit
- Prices: very high, book 4 to 6 months ahead
- Time difference: in July, Bali (UTC+8) is 7 hours ahead of London (BST) and 12 hours ahead of New York (EDT)
Weather in Bali in July
| Place | Max | Min | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denpasar (Bali, south) | 30.4 °C (87 °F) | 23.0 °C (73 °F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jakarta (Java) | 32.7 °C (91 °F) | – | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
July is one of the driest months in Bali, along with August (25 mm, 1.0 in), September (47 mm, 1.9 in) and June (53 mm, 2.1 in), with only 4 rainy days on average. Maximums are among the lowest of the year and nights are more pleasant. In Ubud it is a little cooler and a few showers remain possible; at altitude, at the summit of Batur before dawn, it is cold. Java, further west, has a less clear-cut dry season: useful if you are combining Borobudur or Bromo.
Things to do in Bali in July
- Surfing at Uluwatu, Padang Padang and Canggu, for experienced surfers: it is the season of steady waves.
- Mount Batur at sunrise, with a good chance of clear skies.
- Diving and snorkelling at Amed, Tulamben, Nusa Penida and Menjangan, with good visibility.
- Lombok and the Gili Islands, even climbing Rinjani, in the middle of the season.
- The Bali Arts Festival (Pesta Kesenian Bali), in June and July in Denpasar: dance, music, crafts.
- The calm beaches of Sanur, Nusa Dua or Nusa Lembongan.
How to avoid the crowds in July
- Visit early: temples (Tanah Lot, Uluwatu), the Tegallalang rice terraces and waterfalls at opening time.
- Stay outside the saturated south: Sidemen, Amed or Munduk are quieter than Canggu, Seminyak or Kuta.
- Allow time on the road: traffic jams in the south greatly lengthen journeys.
- Go in early July if you can, before the peak of the European holidays.
Crowds and prices in July
July and August are the most in-demand period of the year. Book your flights 4 to 6 months ahead: seats on the shortest connecting flights go quickly. Well-located villas and hotels in Uluwatu, Canggu or Ubud are also full early.
Entry, health and safety: According to the U.S. Department of State (travel.state.gov, last updated July 9, 2026), US citizens need a passport valid for at least six months beyond arrival with at least two blank pages; tourists can get a visa on arrival or apply in advance for an electronic visa on arrival (e-VOA), which costs IDR 500,000, is valid for 30 days and can be extended once for 30 days. According to the UK FCDO (GOV.UK, updated 18 September 2026), UK citizens must have a visa: a 30-day, single-entry visa on arrival costs IDR 500,000 and can be extended once for 30 days; the passport must be valid for at least 6 months after arrival with at least 2 blank pages. You must also complete the free All Indonesia arrival card within 72 hours of arrival, and a tourist levy of IDR 150,000 (about £8) applies to all foreign tourists arriving in Bali (GOV.UK). On health, GOV.UK lists dengue among the health risks, notes that rabies exists in Bali (street dogs, monkeys around temples) and that tap water is not safe to drink. Details are on our page on entry requirements for Indonesia; rules change often, so check them again before you travel.
What to pack for Bali in July
- Light clothing, a sarong and a covering outfit for temples
- A fleece or warm jacket for Batur and evenings in the mountains
- Reef-friendly sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses
- Mosquito repellent
- Walking shoes for the volcanoes and rice terraces
Itinerary idea: 12 days in July
- Days 1 to 4: Ubud, the Jatiluwih rice terraces, temples and waterfalls, with a sunrise on Batur.
- Days 5 to 7: the quieter east: Sidemen, then Amed for snorkelling, and Tulamben for diving.
- Days 8 and 9: Nusa Penida or Nusa Lembongan by fast boat, early in the morning.
- Days 10 to 12: the Bukit Peninsula (Uluwatu) for beaches and the sunset at the temple.
This direction of travel avoids spending several days in the most congested areas of the south. In high season, book ahead for accommodation in the east and on the Nusa islands, which is more limited, as well as the guided climb of Batur.
If July does not suit you
June offers the same dry season with fewer people, especially early in the month. After the holidays, Bali in September stays dry with falling crowds; Bali in August is the driest month but as busy as July; Bali in October is quieter and a little warmer.
Other destinations in July: Thailand, on the Gulf side (Ko Samui), in good season, Lombok, next to Bali, or Madeira, dry in summer. More ideas: where to go in July.
Good to know on the ground in July
- The sun is strong despite slightly lower maximums: sunscreen and a hat are essential.
- On the west coast, the dry-season swell creates currents: swim between the flags.
- Book drivers or scooters ahead in high season, and allow for long journeys in the south.
- Keep some rupiah in cash for warungs and markets.
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Bali in July?
Dry and sunny: 30 °C (86 °F) in the afternoon and 23 °C (73 °F) at night in Denpasar, with 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain over the month (4 rainy days), according to BMKG 1961-1990 normals.
Is Bali in July a good or bad idea?
A good idea for the weather, the most stable of the year. The downside: crowds and prices. Book early and stay outside the busiest areas of the south.
Does it rain in Bali in July?
Very little on the coast (55 mm, 2.2 in, on average, over 4 days). A few showers remain possible in Ubud and in the mountains.
Where should you stay in Bali in July to avoid the crowds?
Sidemen, Amed, Munduk or the Nusa islands are quieter than Canggu, Seminyak and Kuta, which are very congested in high season.
July or September: which month should you choose for Bali?
The weather is comparable: 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain in July, 47 mm (1.9 in) in September in Denpasar. September is generally less busy and cheaper once the school holidays are over; July suits if your dates are fixed.
Is it cold in Bali in July?
Not on the coast. Nights are cool at altitude, though, and it is cold at the summit of Batur before dawn: bring a jacket.
Our sources
- 1961-1990 normals for the Denpasar station published by the Indonesian Agency for Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics (BMKG) on the WMO World Weather Information Service
- World Meteorological Organization (NOAA archive): 1991-2020 normals for Jakarta-Kemayoran
- Entry, health and safety information read on 24 October 2026: U.S. Department of State, Indonesia country information (travel.state.gov, last updated July 9, 2026), and UK FCDO, foreign travel advice for Indonesia (GOV.UK, updated 18 September 2026)
- Data taken from our page on the best time to visit Bali
- Our methodology
Updated November 2026.