Is November a good time to visit Bali? Well, November is slow season, which means you can avoid the crowds. Moreover, hotels and villas tend to lower their rates in November. Therefore, you can save money. And what about the weather in November in Bali? Because it is wet season, it can be rainy and humid. But the good news is, it tends to rain at night, with skies clearing in the morning.Â
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Weather in Bali for November
Bali has two seasons: wet and dry. Wet season runs from October to April. And dry season runs from May to September.
Because Bali is near the Equator, there is little variation in temperature from month to month. However, there is more chance of rain during wet season. And the humidity tends to be higher, as well. On the other hand, temps tend to be slightly lower.
November is the beginning of the rainy season in Bali. Fortunately, much of the rainfall in November is at night. But things dry up pretty quickly. Also, it’s not as rainy as January or February.
It rains an average of 11 days in November. And there is an average rainfall of seven inches.
In terms of temperature, the average median temperature in Bali in November is 27 degrees Celsius, or 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
| Â | Ave. High | Ave. Low | Ave. Rainfall | Rainy Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canggu | 33 C / 91 F | 24 C / 74 F | 7.1 inches | 11 |
| Denpasar | 33 C / 91 F | 24 C / 74 F | 7.1 inches | 11 |
| Kuta | 33 C / 91 F | 24 C / 74 F | 7.1 inches | 11 |
| Sanur | 33 C / 91 F | 24 C / 74 F | 7.1 inches | 11 |
| Seminyak | 33 C / 91 F | 24 C / 74 F | 7.1 inches | 11 |
| Ubud | 33 C / 91 F | 22 C / 714 F | 7.1 inches | 11 |
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Visiting Bali in November
November in Bali is off season for tourists. Because it is off season, hotels and villas usually lower their rates. And this can lead to a substantial savings.
What’s more, many restaurants and clubs may offer special promotions in order to attract business. In addition, many shops might put things on sale.Â
What to Do in Bali in November
One of the joys of visiting Bali is the chance to stumble across an unexpected ceremony or festivity. Unfortunately, they are far too numerous – and localized to list. Even your tour guide might not be aware of them! Anyway, here are a couple of the island’s higher profile events taking place in November. Â
Please be advised that with the exception of statutory holidays, dates may change, and events may be postponed or canceled.Â
Ubud Writers & Readers Festival – 29 October to 2 November 2025
Ubud Writers & Readers Festival is held in Ubud, which is the cultural heart of the Island of the Gods. The festival attracts readers, authors, musicians, and chefs each year from across Indonesia and around the world. Activities include workshops, classes, and other events.
As the most important event in Bali in October, the Ubud Writers and Readers Festival runs four days And tickets can be purchased for one day or all four days. Some events are separately ticketed including special events, workshops, film screenings, and some live music events. There is also a large portion of events which are offered free of charge.
Most sessions are held in English, Indonesian, or bilingually. Translators are present in most sessions.
I attended the festival in 2015. And I absolutely loved it. One of the highlights was the chance to discover new authors and purchase their books!
Be advised that some of the best events are free of charge. So go through the schedule carefully to be seen if it is better to buy a pass for all four days (with less hassle). Or if you should just purchase tickets to the specific events you want to attend.
Ubud Writers and Readers Festival – most events are held at Jalan Raya Sanggingan in Ubud. But the programme is spread across a number venues including Taman Baca, Indus Restaurant, 0Neka Museum, and other spots.
Makepung Bullock Races – Ongoing until 15 November 2025
Nine Makepung Bullock Races are held in six different competitions every other Sunday from mid-July to mid-November. The exact dates vary from year to year. The Regent Cup is held in August. And the Governor Cup is held in November. Moreover. traditional arts are on display. Talk about a feast for the eyes!
Makepung Buffalo Races – Jemberana Regency, Bali.
Galungan and Kuningan – 17 to 29 November 2025Â
Galungan celebrates the creation of the universe. In addition, it commemorates the victory of good over evil. Moreover, Galungan marks the beginning of the new year according to the Pawukon Calendar. Finally, the festival lasts 10 days, culminating with Kuningan on the final day.
Because the Balinese traditionally used two calendars, you should not confuse Galungan with Nyepi, a.k.a. Silent Day (the Balinese New Year).
While Galungan marks the beginning of the new year according to the Pawukon calendar, Nyepi marks the beginning of the new year according to the Saka Calendar.
The festivities always begin on a Wednesday. And they continue for 10 days. Furthermore, they take place in family compounds. And in Bali, family compounds double as temp[es.
According to tradition, gods come down to earth during this period. In addition, the souls of ancestors pay visits to their families.
If the festivities begin on a Wednesday, the preparations begin two days earlier. On Monday, cakes are prepared. And they will be used as offerings on the following Wednesday.
On Tuesday, the men slaughter pigs to make pork kebabs and blood sausage. Furthermore, men also make “penjor“. To clarify, penjor are beautifully decorated bamboo trunks. And they are mounted on the sides of the roads and in front of houses.
The festivities end 10 days later with Kuningan. This is a celebration of purification. Traditionally, the Balinese believed that their ancestors souls left their family compounds on this day.
Because the Pawukon calendar has only 210 days, Galungan will take place again in 210 days, with Kuningan following in 10 days.
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Held Across Bali
Future Galungan and Kuningan Dates
- 2026 – 15 June to 27 June
- 2027 – 11 January to 23 January; 9 August to 21 August
- 2028 – 6 March to 18 March; 2 October to 14 October
Denpasar Festival – 2025 Dates to Be Announced
Bali in November will come alive with a variety of events, exhibitions, seminars, talk shows, and performances in Denpasar, the island’s capital. Beginning in November, it will continue into November. Dates to be announced.
Denpasar Festival – Gajah Mada District, Denpasar, Bali.
Where to Stay
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How to Get ThereÂ
If you haven’t booked your airline ticket yet, AirAsia offers cheap flights to Bali from regional cities such as Jakarta, Singapore, Manila, Shanghai, New Delhi, Tokyo Narita, Perth, Solo, and Yogyakarta Adi Sucipto.
If you are traveling from Europe, Qatar Airways offers convenient connections to Bali by way of Doha, and Etihad Airways offers convenient connection via Abu Dhabi.Â
BTW, the official name of Bali’s airport is Denpasar Ngurah Rai International Airport. And the airport code is: DPS.
If You Are Visiting Bali
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- Bali Government Tourism Office>>
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