The short answer
When to go to Sanur
The best window is June to September, when Denpasar's rainfall drops to between about 16 and 51 mm a month and the sea is calm for walking and boat trips. August is the driest month. October and November are hot, with showers building, and December to March is the wet season, with January and February the wettest. Temperatures stay close to 30 degrees in all months, so older travellers should plan walks for early morning, rest at midday and prefer air-conditioned rooms.
Month by month
Sanur weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 25°C | 388 mm | Wettest month; heavy showers likely | |
| February | 31°C | 25°C | 299 mm | Very wet; humid and overcast spells | |
| March | 31°C | 25°C | 214 mm | Rain easing but still frequent | |
| April | 31°C | 25°C | 115 mm | Drier and hot; shoulder season | |
| May | 31°C | 25°C | 73 mm | Dry season begins; comfortable | |
| June | 30°C | 25°C | 51 mm | Dry and slightly cooler | |
| July | 29°C | 24°C | 30 mm | Dry; kite festival month | |
| August | 29°C | 24°C | 16 mm | Driest month; coolest nights | |
| September | 30°C | 24°C | 41 mm | Dry and sunny | |
| October | 31°C | 25°C | 68 mm | Warming; showers start to return | |
| November | 32°C | 25°C | 149 mm | Hot and humid; rains build | |
| December | 31°C | 25°C | 299 mm | Wet season; plan indoor backups |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Sanur seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: June, July, August and September
- June: Dry and slightly cooler
- July: Dry; kite festival month
- August: Driest month; coolest nights
- September: Dry and sunny
Good, with small trade-offs: April, May and October
- April: Drier and hot; shoulder season
- May: Dry season begins; comfortable
- October: Warming; showers start to return
Possible, with planning: March, November and December
- March: Rain easing but still frequent
- November: Hot and humid; rains build
- December: Wet season; plan indoor backups
Best avoided with parents or children: January and February
- January: Wettest month; heavy showers likely
- February: Very wet; humid and overcast spells
Useful answers
Best time to visit Sanur: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Sanur?
June, July, August and September are the best months to visit Sanur, with April, May and October also good. The best window is June to September, when Denpasar's rainfall drops to between about 16 and 51 mm a month and the sea is calm for walking and boat trips. August is the driest month. October and November are hot, with showers building, and December to March is the wet season, with January and February the wettest. Temperatures stay close to 30 degrees in all months, so older travellers should plan walks for early morning, rest at midday and prefer air-conditioned rooms.
Which months should I avoid in Sanur with elderly parents?
January and February are the months to avoid with older travellers. Wettest month; heavy showers likely Very wet; humid and overcast spells
When does it rain most in Sanur?
January is the wettest month, with about 388 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is November, with average highs around 32°C.