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Bali in February: weather, crowds, prices and what to know
February stays in the middle of the rainy season, with a little less water than January. It is often one of the quietest months of the year in Bali: fewer people, low prices, very green rice fields. The sea stays unpredictable and the summits are often covered. A month for travelers who love landscapes and accept working around the sky.
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- Verdict: rainy
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- By Kylian Dev
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The month at a glance
- Temperatures: 30.9 °C average high, 27.9 °C mean, 25.0 °C average low (1991–2020 normals, Ngurah Rai airport).
- Rain: 298.7 mm on average over the month, spread over 16.5 rainy days.
- Crowds: among the lowest of the year, with an uptick during the French winter vacations and, in some years, Chinese New Year.
- Verdict: the best month for a quiet, green island at low prices; a difficult month for distant diving and the volcanoes.
Should you come to Bali in February? Yes for the quiet and the prices: it is often one of the least visited months. It still rains a lot, 298.7 mm over 16.5 days on average, with 30.9 °C in the afternoon. Plan active mornings and sheltered afternoons.
February is like January, a little drier and markedly quieter. The rainy season is not over: among the months whose sunshine is published for the airport, it is the lowest. The general pointers are in our best time to visit Bali guide; here is what February changes in practice.
February weather, in figures
On average 298.7 mm of rain falls in February, over 16.5 days. Temperatures stay stable, from 25.0 °C at night to 30.9 °C in the afternoon. Its sunshine, 190.4 hours, is the lowest of the months published for the station (January to June).
| Normal | January | February (this month) | March |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 30.9 °C | 30.9 °C | 31.0 °C |
| Mean temperature | 27.9 °C | 27.9 °C | 28.0 °C |
| Average low | 25.1 °C | 25.0 °C | 25.0 °C |
| Rain | 388.4 mm | 298.7 mm | 213.9 mm |
| Rainy days | 18.8 | 16.5 | 13.3 |
| Sunshine | 197.0 h | 190.4 h | 222.1 h |
On the ground, the typical day often starts under a clear or hazy sky, clouds over in the late morning and ends with a heavy shower in the late afternoon or evening. But sometimes the sky stays gray and the rain settles in for several days in a row. Ubud and the center are wetter than the south; the Amed coast, sheltered by the relief, is one of the driest.
February gets less water than January (388.4 mm) and has about two fewer rainy days. March marks the start of the transition, with 213.9 mm and sunshine rising markedly.
| Month | High °C | Rain mm | Days | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January: Bali in January | 30.9 | 388.4 | 18.8 | Rainy |
| FebruaryThis page | 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 |
| June: Bali in June | 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 February changes on the ground
The sea is often rough and less clear, especially in the west. The rice fields are green or flooded depending on the valley. Batur and Agung are frequently in the clouds at sunrise. Mountain roads get slippery, and the waterfalls overflow after storms.
- Swimming: stronger currents and waves on the west coast, beaches from Kuta to Canggu often covered with litter washed up by the sea. Sanur and Amed are calmer.
- Snorkeling and diving: variable visibility. Amed and the Tulamben wreck remain doable most days; boats to Nusa Penida are sometimes cancelled in rough seas.
- Surf: the east coast, from Keramas to the Sanur reefs, takes over from the Bukit.
- Rice fields: very green, with flooded plots in some valleys and ears in others, according to each subak’s calendar.
- Hikes: Batur doable, view uncertain. Agung is not recommended in this season. Walks in Sidemen and Ubud are done early.
- Roads and waterfalls: take care on a scooter, especially on mountain roads. The waterfalls are impressive but their stairs are slippery, and some access points close after heavy rain.
Crowds and prices in February
February is generally one of the quietest months of the year: few groups, available accommodation and prices at the bottom of the annual range. Two exceptions: the French winter vacations, staggered by zone, and Chinese New Year when it falls in February.
French school winter vacations are spread over several weeks between February and early March, depending on the zone. They mainly bring families to the south and Ubud, without creating saturation comparable to the summer. Chinese New Year, on a variable date, can also fill the south for a few days.
For accommodation, February sits at the bottom of the range: common discounts for several nights, more affordable villas, rooms often negotiable on the spot. To cost your stay, see the Bali travel budget guide and the budget calculator.
February events
February has no major fixed-date event in Bali. Galungan and Kuningan, which follow the 210-day cycle of the Balinese calendar, fall in February in some years. If you leave in late February, also check the date of Nyepi, which generally falls in March.
Nyepi, the day of silence, closes the airport for 24 hours. Its date follows the Balinese calendar and is announced by the authorities; in 2027, it is expected in early March, official date to be confirmed. The details are in the best time to visit Bali guide and on the Bali in March page.
What to do in Bali in February
Make the most of the quiet and the green: rice fields and temples around Ubud in the morning, the east coast and diving in Amed, the water temples of Tirta Gangga. Book sea activities with a day’s margin and keep a list of sheltered activities for the afternoons.
- Ubud: a walk in the rice fields at dawn, Tirta Empul temple, artisans’ workshops. See Ubud.
- Amed: snorkeling from the beach and diving on the Tulamben wreck, on the driest coast of the island. See Amed.
- Tirta Gangga: royal pools and gardens, on the road from Ubud to Amed, very green in this season.
- Sidemen: a night in the valley to see the rice fields without the crowds.
Who February is the right month for
February suits small budgets, travelers looking for quiet and rice field lovers. It suits divers aiming for Nusa Penida, hikers who want Agung and those counting on the beach every day less well.
Families
Possible during the winter vacations, with a calm base and short days. Repellent is essential: mosquitoes are more numerous in the rainy season.
Surfers
East coast rather than the Bukit. The schools on the southern beaches welcome beginners all year round.
Divers
Amed and Tulamben are the safe bets. Nusa Penida depends on the state of the sea, to be checked the day before.
Hikers
Low-altitude walks in the rice fields. Batur remains possible, with no guarantee of a view.
Small budgets
One of the best months: low prices, availability, negotiation possible for long stays.
Honeymoon
A good month for a quiet villa in Ubud or Sidemen, if you accept rainy afternoons.
A short route that suits it: the 7-day itinerary. To reach the east coast, see the Ubud → Amed transfer, and the packing list for rain gear.
Frequently asked questions
Should you come to Bali in February?
Yes if you are looking for quiet and low prices, and accept frequent showers. February is often one of the least visited months. For the beach and diving, the dry season remains safer.
What is the weather like in Bali in February?
Hot and humid: 30.9 °C average high and 25.0 °C average low at the airport, with 298.7 mm of rain over 16.5 days on average.
Is February the rainy season in Bali?
Yes. The rainy season runs from about November to March, and February is fully part of it. Showers fall mostly in the afternoon and evening, but whole days of rain are possible.
Does Nyepi fall in February?
Generally not: Nyepi most often falls in March. Its date follows the Balinese calendar and is announced by the authorities. If your stay runs into early March, check it before booking your flight.
Where to stay in Bali in February?
Ubud for the rice fields and sheltered activities, Amed for a drier coast and diving. Sanur is a quiet alternative in the south.
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.
