Best time to visit Kuta
Kuta lies in the south of Bali, and the nearest official climate series is for Denpasar. It shows wetter months from November to March and much drier values from April to October, with the lowest rainfall in August. That is an orientation drawn from monthly averages, not a fixed start or end date for the rains, and no month is guaranteed rain free.
The dry months suit beach days and a first Kuta Beach surfing lesson, while the wet months bring heavier rain and more rubbish on the sand. If you plan the flight too, read Kuta airport for entry rules and the Nyepi closure.
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Kuta weather by month
Average daily high and low and monthly rain for Denpasar, from the Indonesian weather service via the WMO, reference period 1961 to 1990. Historical normals, not a forecast and not measurements for 2026.
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.0 | 24.1 | 345 |
| February | 33.4 | 24.2 | 274 |
| March | 33.6 | 24.0 | 234 |
| April | 34.4 | 24.8 | 88 |
| May | 33.1 | 24.1 | 93 |
| June | 31.4 | 23.5 | 53 |
| July | 30.4 | 23.0 | 55 |
| August | 29.6 | 22.5 | 25 |
| September | 31.4 | 22.9 | 47 |
| October | 33.6 | 23.7 | 63 |
| November | 32.7 | 23.5 | 179 |
| December | 33.0 | 23.5 | 276 |
The station is Denpasar, not the airport. A separate Japanese series for the Ngurah Rai station gives monthly means, for example 27.9 °C and 350.7 mm in January and 26.5 °C and 27.6 mm in July. It uses another measure and a reference period the page does not give, so the two sets are not mixed or averaged here.
Rainy season and beach rubbish
The province names December to February as the typical months for washed-up rubbish during heavy rain on the Kuta shoreline. That does not mean the beach is clean in the other months. If you come in these months, expect some stretches of sand to be covered at times, and check the day before you plan a long beach stay.
The same wet months come with the beach erosion and coastal works reported in 2026. See where to stay in Kuta before you book a beachfront room.
Surf season
A local surf school names May to September as the preferred dry season conditions and offers lessons all year. That is a provider's view, not a guarantee of wave height or surfable days. Currents can be strong at popular Bali beaches, so follow the lifeguards and the flags.
Nyepi
Nyepi, the Balinese New Year, was on 19 March in 2026 and falls on Monday, 8 March 2027. The airport stops regular flights, and guests stay in their lodging with limited lighting and little noise. Weather does not matter that day, because outings are not planned. See Kuta airport for the 2026 closing hours.
Kuta in December
December sits inside the wetter stretch. December brings roughly 276 to 327 mm of rain on average, depending on the station. December is also one of the months named for rubbish on the beach. Bring rain gear and keep a flexible plan for boat days.
Kuta weather: frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kuta?
The Denpasar averages show drier months from April to October, with August the driest. The wetter months run from November to March.
Which month is the driest?
August, with 25 mm of rain on average in the 1961 to 1990 series for Denpasar.
When does rubbish wash up on Kuta Beach?
The province names December to February as the typical months, during heavy rain. It can happen at other times too.
Are these figures for 2026?
No. They are historical averages for Denpasar from 1961 to 1990 and do not predict a given week.
When is the surf season?
A local school names May to September for preferred conditions. Waves are not guaranteed.
When is Nyepi?
On 19 March in 2026 and on 8 March in 2027. The airport closes for regular flights.