What August feels like in Bali
August falls in Bali's wet season — the rainfall numbers rise clearly above the dry months. Afternoons are hot, so sightseeing works best in the morning or evening. Nights bring little relief: even the coolest hour of the night stays very warm. The air is muggy, so it feels hotter than the thermometer suggests.
Rain in Bali in August
August is persistently wet here: some rain falls on most days. When rain comes it is heavy, about 12 mm (0.5 in) per wet day, often in short, strong bursts. The yearly figure is similar, around 11.1 mm per wet day. It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in August
On 15 August the sun rises at about 6:30 am and sets around 6:19 pm local time, giving 11 h 50 min of daylight. Day length barely changes from mid-July (9 min longer). Close to the equator, sunrise and sunset times move very little through the year. About 64% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, there are plenty of bright spells.
How August compares to the rest of the year
August is the 6th warmest month of the year in Bali. It is about as warm as July, with 28 mm less rain. Temperatures barely move from one month to the next here. The next month's average high: 31°C (87.8°F).
Who August suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
- Hiking: less ideal — too hot for long hikes.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Bali in August
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Sun Protection
Sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses; light breathable clothes.
Quick questions
How warm is Bali in August?
Afternoons average 31.1°C (88°F) and nights about 25.9°C (78.6°F) — hot by most people's standards. It is the 6th warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Bali in August?
Yes, fairly — rain falls most days and totals about 348 mm, so an umbrella is worth carrying.
What should I wear in Bali in August?
Pack rain protection and sun protection. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is August or September better for visiting Bali?
September scores better on our climate ranking (#9 of 12 vs #11), rated Fair against Fair. September has fewer rainy days.