Ubud Writers & Readers Festival
Usually late October
Southeast Asia's biggest literary festival, with talks in open-air venues around Ubud. Relaxed-artsy linen works, plus a light layer for the cooler hills.
Highs31°C (88°F)
Lows25°C (77°F)
Rainy days~5
Daylight12 h
CrowdsModerate
October averages for Denpasar (Ngurah Rai Airport). Source
October is warm with humidity building and the occasional shower. Good value before the wet season. Light breathable clothes.
☀️ By day
Linen and light cotton as humidity rises.
🌙 Evening
Smart-casual linen for Ubud events.
What's on in October
Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.
End of the dry season
October
There are still plenty of sunny days, with the first afternoon showers late in the month.
October packing essentials
Your October 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.