The short answer
When to go to Kuta
The best window for Kuta is the dry season from about May to September, with the lowest rainfall in July and August and clear skies for sunsets. April and October are good shoulder months. December to March is the wet season, with heavy rain and humidity, though temperatures stay warm all year. Older travellers should avoid the peak of the wet season and plan outings for the morning and late afternoon, when it is cooler.
Month by month
Kuta weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 25°C | 388 mm | Peak wet season; heavy rain and humidity most days. | |
| February | 31°C | 25°C | 299 mm | Still very wet; showers can disrupt beach days. | |
| March | 31°C | 25°C | 214 mm | Rain easing; still frequent showers and humid. | |
| April | 31°C | 25°C | 115 mm | Drier and sunnier; a pleasant shoulder month. | |
| May | 31°C | 25°C | 73 mm | Dry season begins; good beach weather. | |
| June | 30°C | 25°C | 51 mm | Dry, sunny and slightly cooler. | |
| July | 29°C | 24°C | 30 mm | Among the driest and most comfortable months; busy. | |
| August | 29°C | 24°C | 16 mm | The driest month; peak crowds and prices. | |
| September | 30°C | 24°C | 41 mm | Dry and bright; slightly fewer crowds. | |
| October | 31°C | 25°C | 68 mm | Warming up; rain starts to return late in the month. | |
| November | 32°C | 25°C | 149 mm | Hot and humid with more frequent rain. | |
| December | 31°C | 25°C | 299 mm | Wet season; heavy rain, but festive crowds arrive. |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Kuta seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: June, July, August and September
- June: Dry, sunny and slightly cooler.
- July: Among the driest and most comfortable months; busy.
- August: The driest month; peak crowds and prices.
- September: Dry and bright; slightly fewer crowds.
Good, with small trade-offs: April, May and October
- April: Drier and sunnier; a pleasant shoulder month.
- May: Dry season begins; good beach weather.
- October: Warming up; rain starts to return late in the month.
Possible, with planning: March and November
- March: Rain easing; still frequent showers and humid.
- November: Hot and humid with more frequent rain.
Best avoided with parents or children: January, February and December
- January: Peak wet season; heavy rain and humidity most days.
- February: Still very wet; showers can disrupt beach days.
- December: Wet season; heavy rain, but festive crowds arrive.
Useful answers
Best time to visit Kuta: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Kuta?
June, July, August and September are the best months to visit Kuta, with April, May and October also good. The best window for Kuta is the dry season from about May to September, with the lowest rainfall in July and August and clear skies for sunsets. April and October are good shoulder months. December to March is the wet season, with heavy rain and humidity, though temperatures stay warm all year. Older travellers should avoid the peak of the wet season and plan outings for the morning and late afternoon, when it is cooler.
Which months should I avoid in Kuta with elderly parents?
January, February and December are the months to avoid with older travellers. Peak wet season; heavy rain and humidity most days. Still very wet; showers can disrupt beach days.
When does it rain most in Kuta?
January is the wettest month, with about 388 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is November, with average highs around 32°C.