Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Ubud in January
The year's rain peaks now, with about 12.5 in (317 mm) falling in Ubud, alongside highs near 83°F (28°C) and lows of 76°F (24°C).
With a comfort score of 40/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 83°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 76°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 12.5 in (317 mm)
- Humidity
- 86%
- Cloud cover
- 82%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 27 min
- Comfort score
- 40/100 · Tough
What January feels like
Highs settle around 83°F (28°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 76°F (24°C).
Humidity averages 86%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
It's a very wet month, with around 12.5 in (317 mm) of rain, so keep plans flexible and have indoor backups ready.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 82%.
Plan around January
January is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are July – September.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, December – February.
- Comfort holds steady from December (39 → 40/100).
- Our Bali Island Loop recommends Apr – Oct, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clothes83°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics86% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Ubud in January
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Bebek Bengil (Dirty Duck Diner)
Rice-field-view restaurant known for crispy duck since 1990.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 12.5 in of rain.
Neka Art Museum
Collection of Balinese painting traditions and works by foreign artists in Bali.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 12.5 in of rain.
Seniman Coffee Studio
Specialty roaster and cafe serving Indonesian single-origin coffee.
Why now Easy to slot in when January's rain moves in.
Warung Babi Guling Ibu Oka
Famous spot for babi guling, Balinese spit-roast pork.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter January days.
Goa Gajah
11th-century 'Elephant Cave' with a carved demon entrance and bathing pools.
Nearby in January
- Nusa Penida in January~25 mi · highs 79°F, 12.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Uluwatu in January~25 mi · highs 83°F, 11.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Ubud in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Ubud?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 40/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are July – September. Expect highs of 83°F (28°C) and 12.5 in (317 mm) of rain. Our Bali Island Loop recommends Apr – Oct, so January is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Ubud in January?
Average highs are 83°F (28°C) and average lows 76°F (24°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Ubud in January?
Yes: about 12.5 in (317 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 62.7 in (1593 mm).
What should I pack for Ubud in January?
Bring light, breathable clothes (83°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (86% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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