January · Indonesia
Best time to visit Bali in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Bali in January
Average temperature 26°C, 274 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
6.6/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 274 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Bali scores 6.6/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 274 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Bali reveals its true magic once you step beyond the resort belt: temple ceremonies, misty rice-field mornings, and hushed beaches are best savored from May to October.
January in Bali — workable with trade-offs
With 26°C (78°F) on average, January delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 274 mm, but with about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 6.6/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 9.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, September is materially better in Bali — 3.1 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Bali in January?
- In January, Bali averages 26°C, 274 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.6/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Bali?
- January earns a 6.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Bali in January?
- Expect about 274 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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