Indonesian Independence Day
August 17
Villages hang red-and-white flags and hold games such as greasy-pole climbing and sack races. Joining in wearing red and white goes down well.
Highs29°C (84°F)
Lows24°C (75°F)
Rainy days~2
Daylight11.5 h
CrowdsPeak season
August averages for Denpasar (Ngurah Rai Airport). Source
August is the driest and busiest month, with Indonesian Independence Day (17 August) celebrations. Nights in Ubud and Munduk are cool. Beachwear, sarong and a light jacket.
☀️ By day
Light beachwear, and red and white for Independence Day.
🌙 Evening
A light jacket for Ubud evenings.
What's on in August
Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.
Galungan (2027: about 11 August)
Every 210 days
The second Galungan of 2027. Penjor poles line the streets and families pray at temples. Bring a sarong and sash and dress respectfully.
August packing essentials
Your August outfit list
- Linen or cotton sundressCotton maxi dress with sleevesShop Amazon ↗
- Sarong (temples & beach)Shop Amazon ↗
- Linen shorts or skirtCotton palazzo pantsShop Amazon ↗
- Breathable topsShop Amazon ↗
- Bikini or swimsuitFull-coverage swimwearShop Amazon ↗
- Comfortable sandalsShop Amazon ↗
- Linen shirtsShop Amazon ↗
- Swim / board shortsShop Amazon ↗
- Quick-dry shortsShop Amazon ↗
- Breathable teesShop Amazon ↗
- SandalsShop Amazon ↗
Also pack
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Dress code
- Temples require a sarong (kamen) and sash for everyone, and covered shoulders — rent one at the gate or bring your own.
- Swimwear is for beaches and pools; cover up in shops, restaurants and villages.
- Ubud and the highlands are cooler at night — bring a light layer.