July is the second month of the dry season – the first is June – and the month that sees peak tourist season. Bali is close to the equator, and the weather there is warm all year round. However, with the onset of July, the weather changes from warm and hot to relatively pleasant with minimal rain. The skies are clear, and there is a slight wind accompanied by days of ample sunshine. As July is a peak season, the inflow of tourists in Bali is a lot more than in the other months, partly because it is best suited for all tourist and travel-related activities. Rainfall is less, with almost no change in sea temperature.
Bali in July - Average Temperature
Daily Average Temperature – 27 Degree Celsius (approximately 80 Degree Fahrenheit)
Highest Temperature – 31 Degree Celsius (approximately 88 Degree Celsius)
Lowest Temperature – 22 Degree Celsius (approximately 72 Degree Celsius)
Rainfall in Bali in July
The rainfall in Bali in July is minimal, with an average of 40 millimeters. The rainfall only happens for a few days in the entire month, so it can be said that your trip to Bali in July will not be spoiled by heavy rainfall and the humidity is low. However, keeping an umbrella as an essential part of your luggage is advisable.
Bali in July - Sunshine
Things to do and places to visit in Bali in June
Given that the weather in July is pleasant, it is understandable that tourists do want to go and see all the places they have on their bucket list for Bali. Given below are some places that are worth enjoying in July.
1. Visit the famous Ubud Royal Palace
Officially called the Puri Saren Agung, the royal palace of Ubud is one of Bali's most prominent and well-preserved landmarks. The Ubud Royal Palace was built during the reign of Tjokorda Putu Kandel and has acted as a center of display for traditional Balinese architecture. The place has a garden setting and is a must-visit for art lovers and those seeking to look at ethnic Balinese art.
Location – Talan Raya Ubud No 8, Ubud, Gianyar
Timings – 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
2. Discover the Sekumpul Waterfall
Termed as the best waterfall in Bali, the Sekumpul Waterfall – also known as the Hidden Falls – is the tourist spot to visit if you aim to go to Bali in July. The breathtaking twin falls drop to the valley floor – about 80 meters below. The entire area is surrounded by water vapors owing to fast and forceful drops of water and deep forests, making it a scenic beauty beyond imagination. What’s more is that to reach the fall, you must trek down a path, satisfying the trekker in you. The way to the waterfall is slippery and involves several steps, so it is advisable to visit it while wearing footwear that will assist you in climbing the steps without slipping.
Location – Sekumpul, Bali
3. See and pray at the beautiful Tanah Lot
A rock formation that is especially famous for housing an ancient Hindu pilgrimage temple, Pura Tanah Lot, is a popular tourist spot. In Balinese, Tanah Lot means “Land [in the] Sea” and is only 20 kilometers Northwest of Denpasar. The shrine on this beautiful land is to pay respect to the energy of the Bali sea gods. The cliff is also home to various restaurants and provides you with a very pulchritudinous look at the endless sea ahead of the cliff.
Location – Beraban, Kediri, Tebanan Regency, Bali
Timings – 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Festivals in July in Bali
As July is the peak month for tourists coming to Bali, it is no surprise that it is also the month when many festivals take place in Bali, which are celebrated with a lot of pomp and show.
4. Bali Kite Festival
July sees the sky of Bali fill up with kites, which is the month when the Bali Kite Festival is celebrated. Hundreds and Thousands of kites soar up in the sky, making it seem like it is the same color as that of a painter’s palette and not solely blue. While some kites are surely small, most are relatively large and are found in various shapes. This festival is celebrated to please the harvest gods. This festival happens over several days as July is the month when winds pick up speed. Throughout the festival, many people also compete to win prizes and get a piece of the sky to fly their kites in.
5. Galungan
This 10-day festival is celebrated in the last week of July and carries into the first week of August. This festival is celebrated to honor one God above all – called Ida Sang Hyang Widi Wasa locally – also called The Inconceivable. This is celebrated in the time believed by Balinese people to be the time when spirits roamed the Earth. These spirits show warm welcome by the people through their customs in temples and homes. Throughout this festival, a man dressed as Barong – a mythical beast symbolizing divine protection – carries out an exorcism ceremony at night called the Ngelawang. The Barong’s act of roaming is considered to be an act of maintaining the balance between good and evil.
Things to carry to July in Bali
In July, Bali is windy and balmy but not very hot. Hence, it is advisable to carry enough SPF and other lotions in your suitcase to use on a regular sunny day. Also, to enjoy the vacation to the maximum, keep light clothing and a good pair of sunglasses to protect yourself from heat. In addition, it would be a great idea to keep an umbrella to protect yourself in case of a sudden shower. Remember that as July is relatively warmer in Bali, water activities are a great idea, and to do that, you should keep relevant swimwear.
So, what are you waiting for? Book your tickets to go to Bali in July to have the time of your life!
