January · Indonesia
Best time to visit Ubud in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Ubud in January
Average temperature 25°C, 254 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
4.8/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 254 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Ubud scores 4.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 25°C, 254 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Ubud sits among rice terraces and river gorges in Bali's uplands, with temples, galleries, and a long craft tradition.
January in Ubud: expect compromises
At 25°C (78°F) this is comfortable city weather in January, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 254 mm, but with about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 4.8/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 7.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat 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, August is materially better in Ubud — 2.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Ubud in January?
- In January, Ubud averages 25°C, 254 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.8/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Ubud?
- January earns a 4.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Ubud in January?
- Expect about 254 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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