Bali in November: Weather, Surf, Crowds & What to Pack

📅 Updated May 2026

Wet season returns — cheaper, quieter, splashier. That’s Bali in November. The numbers: highs of 30°C, nights at 24°C, sea temperature around 28°C, and 12 rain days in the month — near-daily afternoon rain. Humidity sits at about 81%. Crowds: quiet.

Rain returns to ~12 days per month, mostly afternoons. Mornings stay reliably sunny. Surf swings back to the west coast. Hotel rates drop 30% from October. Ideal month for Ubud (less affected by rain than the coast). Here’s what you actually need to know: weather, surf, festivals, packing, and an honest take. For the year-round overview see the full Bali travel guide.

Weather in Bali in November

Bali sits 8 degrees south of the equator, so temperature variation across the year is small (24-31°C range). What changes is the rain. In November:

• Average daytime high: 30°C
• Average overnight low: 24°C
• Sea temperature: 28°C (warm year-round)
• Rain days: 12 per month
• Daily sunshine: 7 hours
• Humidity: 81%
• Sunrise / sunset: 5:55am / 6:30pm

The rain pattern matters more than the rain count. Even in the wettest months, mornings tend to be sunny, storms typically build mid-afternoon and pass within an hour or two. Plan beach time before 1pm; plan spa/yoga/cooking class for late afternoon.

Surf & Beach in November

The surf swell direction flips with the seasons. west coast restarting works in November. Conditions are mixed — check the daily forecast on Magicseaweed before committing to a coast for the day. Sea temperature of 28°C means a board shorts or rash-guard session — wetsuits are never required.

Festivals & Events in November

None major. The Balinese religious calendar runs on a 210-day cycle, so Hindu ceremonies shift through the months year-on-year. Local village (banjar) ceremonies happen weekly somewhere on the island regardless of the month — ask your hotel staff what’s happening that week.

Crowds & Pricing

I rented a scooter for two weeks in October and only had one wet ride. Worth it.

Crowd level in November is moderate. What that actually looks like:

• Hotels comfortable, last-minute booking usually fine
• Popular restaurants need reservations Friday-Sunday only
• Scooter rentals at standard rates (80-90k IDR/day)
• Beach clubs busy on weekends, empty weekdays

What to Pack for Bali in November

• Light rain shell or compact umbrella — afternoon showers possible
• High-SPF sunscreen
• Sarong or modest cover-up for temple visits
• Quick-dry clothing for active days
• Insect repellent
• Day pack for water, sunscreen, layers
• Reef-safe sunscreen for snorkelling at Nusa Penida or Amed

Best Things to Do in Bali in November

• Surf the right coast — west coast restarting in November. Lessons at Batu Bolong (Canggu) for beginners.
• Sunrise hike up Mount Batur — 2-hour climb, breakfast at the rim, 400-500k IDR with guide.
• Ubud rice terraces. Tegallalang most photographed, Jatiluwih largest and quietest.
• Nusa Penida day trip. Kelingking Beach viewpoint, Angel Billabong, Broken Beach. Fast boat from Sanur.
• Uluwatu Temple kecak fire dance at sunset, the most dramatic cultural performance on the island.
• Balinese cooking class. Paon Bali (Ubud) or Bumbu Bali (Tanjung Benoa) are the established benchmarks.

Pros & Cons of Bali in November

Who Should Visit (and Who Should Skip)

Photography Conditions in November

Sunrise sits around 5:55am. Plan for the morning balloon-or-terrace shot first, then move into the valleys for the second hour of post-sunrise light.

• Mornings reliably clear, storms typically 3-6pm — perfect window for sunrise Batur hike + early-afternoon temple visits.

November vs Adjacent Months

If your dates are flexible by a week or two, here’s how November stacks up against October and December on the metrics that matter:

Month	Temp range	Rain days	Crowds	Season notes
October	23 to 30°C	6 rain days	busy	transitional, best value
November	24 to 30°C	12 rain days	moderate	early wet season
December	24 to 30°C	18 rain days	very busy	wet + holiday spike

Read the dedicated guides: Bali in October · Bali in December.

Verdict: Is November a Good Time to Visit Bali?

Good for budget travellers and Ubud-focused trips. Skip if your itinerary is beach-heavy.

If you want alternatives: the three best months to visit Bali, balancing weather, prices and crowd levels, are March, September, and February. For the year-round comparison see the main Bali travel guide.

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