Bali · May
Best travel monthTravel seasonIndonesia · Asia
Max Temp
30.4°C
Min Temp
25.4°C
Sunshine
8.6 h/day
Rain Days
8 days
Water Temp
28.8°C
Rainfall
82.1 mm
Humidity
82%
Avg Temp
27.9°C
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
May is one of the best travel months for Bali — conditions are stable, temperatures reach 30°C, and outdoor activities are excellent.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 30°C, cooling to 25°C at night (daily average: 28°C). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 8 rain days with 82 mm total. The water is a warm 29°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in May are ideal.
Trockenzeit — das Bali-Bild, für das alle kommen: Die Reisterrassen von Tegallalang stehen satt grün, Tempel leuchten bei Sonnenuntergang in warmen Tönen, Schnorcheln vor Amed ist kristallklar. Ubud-Kultur, Seminyak-Strand und Canggu-Surf gleichzeitig auf Hochform.
Packing list for Bali in May
- Leichte Sommersachen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Bali?
- Yes — May is one of the best months to visit Bali (Climate Score: 82/100). Pleasant temperatures (30°C), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (8) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Bali in May?
- In May, Bali sees daily highs of 30°C. Nights cool to 25°C, with a daily average of 28°C.
- How much rain falls in Bali in May?
- In May, Bali receives an average of 82 mm of rain over 8 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Bali get in May?
- Bali averages 9 sunshine hours per day in May — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Bali in May?
- Water temperature in Bali in May averages 29°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
