Season by season
Dry season (May–October)
Dry season (roughly May–October): sunny, calm and busy; clearest water for snorkelling.
Wet season (November–April)
Wet season (roughly November–April): showers and occasional storms, fewer visitors and lower prices.
Sea, surf & trail conditions
Crossings from Bali can be rough in strong winds; morning departures are usually calmer.
Month by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 24°C | 230 mm | Busy |
| February | 31°C | 24°C | 210 mm | Quiet |
| March | 31°C | 24°C | 170 mm | Quiet |
| April | 32°C | 24°C | 100 mm | Quiet |
| May | 31°C | 23°C | 70 mm | Busy |
| June | 31°C | 23°C | 40 mm | Busy |
| July | 30°C | 22°C | 25 mm | Very busy |
| August | 30°C | 22°C | 15 mm | Very busy |
| September | 31°C | 23°C | 30 mm | Busy |
| October | 32°C | 24°C | 90 mm | Busy |
| November | 32°C | 24°C | 170 mm | Quiet |
| December | 31°C | 24°C | 220 mm | Very busy |
Temperatures and rainfall are approximate long-term averages for the area, rounded; individual years vary, and mountain villages are cooler and wetter than the coast.
Festivals & events
- Christmas and New Year — peak season, with parties on Trawangan.
- Ramadan — dates move each year; nightlife is subdued on the islands during the fasting month.
Our advice
May, June and September combine good weather with more reasonable prices.
