What the weather is like in November
November sees rainfall jump back to 381mm. Daily afternoon thunderstorms become routine, humidity is oppressive, and the surf scene moves from the west coast (Uluwatu) to the east coast (Nusa Dua, Sanur) where the swell still works. Best avoided.
Averages are five-year Open-Meteo (ERA5) figures for Ubud; other parts of Bali vary. Full sources below.
What to pack for Bali in November
- Light layers for warm days
- A light jacket for the evenings
- A packable rain jacket or compact umbrella
Is November the right month?
Bali's best month is September; the toughest is January. For the best balance of good conditions and smaller crowds, aim for April. See the full month-by-month breakdown for Bali.
Where to stay in November
November is low season in Bali: rooms cost less, but the weather is less reliable. A rate you can cancel keeps your options open.
- Ubud$$Culture, yoga, rice terraces, calmer base
Inland cultural heartland — rice terraces, temples, yoga retreats, Ubud Monkey Forest. 90 minutes from beaches but worth it for the contrast. Great mid-range hotel and villa scene.
See Ubud hotels for 12–18 Nov 2026 - Canggu$$Digital nomads, surf, beach-cafe culture
Booming north-of-Seminyak area — beach breaks, cafes, co-working spaces, beach clubs at Berawa. The current "in" neighborhood. Traffic can be brutal in peak season.
See Canggu hotels for 12–18 Nov 2026 - Seminyak$$$Beach + restaurant scene + nightlife
Established beach resort area. Best beaches on the south-west coast, the densest dining scene, sunset bars at Ku De Ta and Potato Head. More polished and pricier than Canggu.
See Seminyak hotels for 12–18 Nov 2026 - Uluwatu / Bukit Peninsula$$$World-class surf, cliff-top hotels, quieter trip
Southern peninsula with dramatic cliffs and the island's best surf breaks (Uluwatu, Padang Padang, Bingin). Quieter than Seminyak/Canggu and more dramatic. Best for surfers and couples.
See Uluwatu / Bukit Peninsula hotels for 12–18 Nov 2026
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Frequently asked questions
Is November a good time to visit Bali?
November scores 50/100 on the Atlas Ranger Score — "Mixed" — which blends weather with crowds and price. November is off-peak in Bali — fewer crowds and better prices, in exchange for less reliable weather than the September peak.
How warm is Bali in November?
Expect daytime highs around 27°C (81°F) and overnight lows near 21°C (70°F), with about 9.1 hours of sun a day.
Does it rain in Bali in November?
November sees roughly 381mm of rain — a wet month; pack proper rain gear.
What should I pack for Bali in November?
For November, pack: Light layers for warm days; A light jacket for the evenings; A packable rain jacket or compact umbrella.
Sources
Every claim on this page is backed by an authoritative source. Atlas Ranger synthesizes data from multiple references so you can see exactly where each fact came from.
- Wonderful Indonesia (Official tourism)Used for: Official Bali tourism guidance, festival timing, regional information
- Open-Meteo Historical Climate Data (ERA5)Used for: Monthly temperature, rainfall, sunshine averages (2020–2024)
- U.S. State Department Indonesia Travel AdvisoryUsed for: Independent safety assessment + entry requirement reference
- BMKG (Indonesian Agency for Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics)Used for: Indonesia's national meteorological service — climate normals cross-reference
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