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Bali in June: weather, crowds, prices and what to know
June is a dry, sunny and slightly less hot month. The surf season is in full swing on the Bukit, the trails are dry and the sea in good condition. The crowds grow as the month goes on, without reaching the level of July and August. In Denpasar, the Bali Arts Festival generally opens in mid-June.
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- Verdict: dry
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- By Kylian Dev
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The month at a glance
- Temperatures: 29.8 °C average high, 27.1 °C mean, 24.6 °C average low (1991–2020 normals, Ngurah Rai airport).
- Rain: 50.8 mm on average over the month, spread over 4.7 rainy days.
- Crowds: moderate at the start of the month, growing from late June with the Australian school vacations and the approach of the European summer.
- Verdict: the best month to enjoy the dry season before the high season, especially for surf and hiking.
Should you come to Bali in June? Yes: the dry season has settled in, with 50.8 mm of rain over 4.7 days on average and 29.8 °C in the afternoon. Surf is in season on the Bukit, the crowds stay reasonable until the end of the month and prices have not yet reached summer levels.
June is the last dry-season month before the summer vacations. You find July’s climate with a few fewer people. To place June in the year, see our best time to visit Bali guide.
June weather, in figures
June gets on average 50.8 mm of rain over 4.7 days at the airport. Temperatures drop slightly: 29.8 °C in the afternoon, 24.6 °C at night. Sunshine reaches 239.8 hours over the month.
| Normal | May | June (this month) | July |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 30.5 °C | 29.8 °C | 29.0 °C |
| Mean temperature | 27.7 °C | 27.1 °C | 26.5 °C |
| Average low | 24.9 °C | 24.6 °C | 24.1 °C |
| Rain | 72.8 mm | 50.8 mm | 29.7 mm |
| Rainy days | 6.5 | 4.7 | 3.3 |
| Sunshine | 264.6 h | 239.8 h | not published |
Days are generally clear and the air a little less humid. The rare showers mostly affect the highlands of the center and the north. Nights are cooler at altitude: in Munduk or at the summit of Batur before dawn, a warm layer is necessary.
May got 72.8 mm over 6.5 days; July drops to 29.7 mm over 3.3 days, with an average high of 29.0 °C. June is in between: dry, a little less hot than May.
| Month | High °C | Rain mm | Days | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January: Bali in January | 30.9 | 388.4 | 18.8 | Rainy |
| February: Bali in February | 30.9 | 298.7 | 16.5 | Rainy |
| March: Bali in March | 31.0 | 213.9 | 13.3 | Transition |
| April: Bali in April | 31.0 | 114.5 | 8.8 | Compromise |
| May: Bali in May | 30.5 | 72.8 | 6.5 | Balanced |
| JuneThis page | 29.8 | 50.8 | 4.7 | Dry |
| July: Bali in July | 29.0 | 29.7 | 3.3 | Crowded |
| August: Bali in August | 29.1 | 16.1 | 1.9 | Crowded |
| September: Bali in September | 30.0 | 40.7 | 2.8 | Dry |
| October: Bali in October | 31.0 | 67.9 | 4.8 | Favorable |
| November: Bali in November | 31.6 | 149.4 | 10.3 | Transition |
| December: Bali in December | 30.8 | 299.3 | 15.9 | Rainy |
What June changes on the ground
The dry season favors the sea and hikes. Surf works on the Bukit and the west coast. The sea is generally calm in Amed and Sanur. The rice fields are at very different stages depending on the valley. Dry roads, waterfalls with a more modest flow.
- Swimming: good conditions, but strong currents on the surf beaches of the Bukit and the west coast. Sanur and Nusa Dua remain the calmest.
- Snorkeling and diving: good visibility in Amed, Tulamben and Nusa Penida. The water can cool around Nusa Penida from the middle of the year.
- Surf: high season on the Bukit (Uluwatu, Padang Padang, Bingin) and in Canggu, for experienced surfers on the reefs.
- Rice fields: green, golden or harvested, according to each subak’s own calendar. Jatiluwih and Sidemen often show several stages at once.
- Hikes: a very good month for Batur, Agung with a guide, the lakes and forests of Munduk.
- Roads and waterfalls: dry roads, heavier traffic in the south at the end of the month. Waterfalls accessible, with a lower flow than in the rainy season.
Crowds and prices in June
June starts in the shoulder season and ends at the start of the high season. Accommodation prices move from the middle to the top of the annual range as the Australian school vacations approach, in late June, then the European summer, in early July.
The first half of the month remains the most attractive: easy bookings, less crowded beaches and spots. For the end of the month, book accommodation in Uluwatu, Canggu and Ubud several weeks ahead. Orders of magnitude are in the Bali travel budget guide, and the budget calculator lets you compare.
June events
The Bali Arts Festival, Pesta Kesenian Bali, generally opens in mid-June in Denpasar and lasts about a month: opening parade, dances, gamelan music and crafts. The dates are announced every year. Galungan and Kuningan fall in June in some years, according to the Balinese calendar.
Created in 1979, the festival’s main venue is the Taman Werdhi Budaya cultural center in Denpasar. The performances draw a mostly Balinese audience: it is a good chance to see village troupes away from the tourist stages. The cultural context is in Balinese temples and culture.
What to do in Bali in June
June lends itself to surf and the cliffs of Uluwatu, the lakes and waterfalls of Munduk, Batur at sunrise and an evening at the Denpasar arts festival. It is also a good month for Nusa Penida before the summer crowds.
- Uluwatu: surf on the Bukit, beaches at the foot of the cliffs, the temple and kecak at sunset. See Uluwatu.
- Munduk: lakes Bratan and Tamblingan, forests and waterfalls, with cool nights. See Munduk.
- Denpasar: an evening at the arts festival, at the Taman Werdhi Budaya center.
- Nusa Penida: cliffs and mantas, on a sea that is generally calm in the morning.
Who June is the right month for
June suits surfers, hikers, divers and couples who want the dry season without the high season. Families tied to the French school calendar will have to wait for July; small budgets should aim for the first half of the month.
Families
Good climate, but the French school year is not over: summer vacations start in early July. June suits children not yet in school.
Surfers
High season on the Bukit and the west coast. The reefs require an experienced level; beginners go to Kuta or Canggu.
Divers
Good visibility in Amed, Tulamben and Nusa Penida. Bring a slightly thicker wetsuit around Nusa Penida.
Hikers
An excellent month for Batur, Agung and Munduk. A warm layer is essential for night climbs.
Small budgets
The first half of the month is more affordable. The east and north cost less than the south.
Honeymoon
A very good month: dry weather, sunsets over the Bukit cliffs, crowds still contained.
The 3-week itinerary goes through the north and the coast. To reach the Bukit on arrival, see the airport → Uluwatu transfer, and the packing list for cool nights at altitude.
Frequently asked questions
Should you come to Bali in June?
Yes. June offers the dry season, surf on the Bukit and still reasonable crowds. The first half of the month is the quietest and most affordable.
What is the weather like in Bali in June?
Dry and a little less hot: 29.8 °C average high, 24.6 °C average low, 50.8 mm of rain over 4.7 days on average at the airport.
Is June the rainy season in Bali?
No, June is in the heart of the dry season, which runs from about April to October. Showers are rare and mostly affect the highlands.
When is the Bali Arts Festival?
Pesta Kesenian Bali generally opens in mid-June and lasts about a month, at the Taman Werdhi Budaya cultural center in Denpasar. The exact dates are announced every year.
Where to stay in Bali in June?
Uluwatu for surf and the cliffs, Munduk for the cool air and walks, Amed or Nusa Penida for the sea. Ubud remains the most central base.
Sources
Figures and rules checked on October 17, 2026 against the sources below. Entry rules and fees change: always check them on the official websites before you leave.
