Tourists in Bali have been urged to take note of extreme weather warnings issued by the Bali Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency.
With Indonesia in the height of the rainy season, extreme weather events are being recorded nationwide, including in Bali’s top tourism destinations.
The Bali Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has confirmed that high rainfall is forecast across Bali from 13th January through to 20th January.
The Head of the Bali Climatology Station, Aminudin Ar Roniri, confirmed that early warning alerts have been issued and that response teams remain on standby.
Based on analysis from the BMKG, the popular tourism resort of Kuta is set to bear the brunt of the bad weather, with more than 300 millimeters of rainfall expected over the next 10 days.
High rainfall alerts have also been issued for Mengwi District, much of Tabanan Regency, and many of the popular tourist destinations of the central and eastern regions of the province, including Ubud, Sidemen, and Kintamani.
The high rainfall and extreme weather conditions are also expected to impact wave height, with warnings in place for high sea waves until 16th January.
Waves are forecast to reach an average of 2.5 meters. Tourists traveling by fast boat and ferry are encouraged to check in with their boat operator prior to travel to ensure that the weather has not affected crossings.
Similarly, tourists heading out on maritime and marine tourism activities such as snorkelling, scuba diving, and surfing are also advised to check in with their providers prior to arrival.
As the forecast suggests, it is not only in coastal regions where tourists have to keep their wits about them weather-wise over the next week, but in the islands’ inland areas too.
Over the weekend, a huge hibiscus tree fell over Jalan Raya Monkey Forest in central Ubud, blocking traffic and prompting local police to issue further public safety warnings to the local community, tourism businesses, and visitors.
The Ubud Police Chief, Commissioner Wayan Putra Antara, told reporters, “We ask the public to remain vigilant against potential natural disasters, especially during extreme weather. If you see a tree that is leaning, or whose roots appear fragile and endanger road users, report it immediately to the authority so that preemptive pruning can be carried out.”
The calls come after a tree fell and killed a member of staff at Sangeh Monkey Forest in early December 2025, which echoed a similar tragedy at Ubud Monkey Forest almost exactly a year prior, where two tourists were killed by a falling tree in stormy weather.
Tourists are reminded to be extra cautious with outdoor activities in general at this time of year. It is essential to be prepared for every eventuality, and here at The Bali Sun, we advise all tourists to have a Plan B in terms of itinerary ideas, in case the weather makes outdoor adventures impossible. Hiking and trekking Bali’s volcanic and mountainous peaks at this time of year also brings another layer of safety warnings.
On Monday, 12th January, Bali Search and Rescue Teams successfully evacuated a local teenager from Mount Agung after he got lost on the trail due to heavy rain, strong winds, and rolling fog.
The teenager was found experiencing hypothermia, though he is expected to make a full recovery. The young man had embarked on the hike with a friend but without the assistance of a local guide, which is an illegal requirement for all who head out on the trails.
With all this in mind, tourists traveling to Bali this rainy season must ensure that they have a fully comprehensive travel and medical insurance policy, follow the guidance and obey the warnings from government agencies, and always have a rainy day itinerary tucked up their sleeve.
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