Nusa Penida or Bali in July?
In July, Nusa Penida and Bali are overall neck and neck — it comes down to your priorities.
Nusa PenidaPhoto: Kresnanta · CC BY-SA 4.0
BaliPhoto: Gunadhi · CC BY-SA 4.0Key figures in July
| Criterion | Nusa Penida | Bali |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 27 °C | 27 °C |
| Average daily low | 24 °C | 22 °C |
| Sea | 27 °C ★ | 26 °C |
| Rainy days | 6 rainy days (est.) ★ | 7 rainy days (est.) |
| Sun | 6 h/day | 6 h/day |
| Humidity | 79 % | 83 % |
Winner by travel type
Nusa Penida or Bali in July: the short answer
In July, Nusa Penida and Bali are essentially level on the overall climate score (both around 87/100). The decision comes down to the individual criteria below.
This comparison focuses on July as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Nusa Penida averages a climate score of 70/100, Bali 70/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in July, side by side
The average daily high is about 27 °C in Nusa Penida and 27 °C in Bali — about the same. Average daily lows are around 24 °C versus 22 °C.
On rain, Nusa Penida sees about 6 rainy days in July and Bali about 7 — drier in Nusa Penida. Sunshine is comparable (6 vs 6 hours a day).
Sea temperature and swimming
In July the water is about 27 °C at Nusa Penida and 26 °C at Bali — warmer for swimming at Nusa Penida. Over the year, Nusa Penida is comfortable for swimming (from ~21 °C) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, Bali in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. Peak sea warmth is April for Nusa Penida and March for Bali.
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Nusa Penida records roughly 192 rainy days and Bali about 193 — the drier of the two overall is Nusa Penida. At their sunniest, Nusa Penida reaches about 8 hours of sun a day (October) and Bali about 8 (October). If dependable dry, sunny weather is your top priority, weigh these annual totals alongside the single month above.
Best time to visit each
Climatically, Nusa Penida is at its best in June, July, August and September, while Bali peaks in June, July, August and September. If your dates are fixed, pick the destination whose strong season overlaps them; if you are flexible, plan around these windows.
Which suits which kind of trip
Based on the July scores for each travel style:
Beach & swimming: both are close (Nusa Penida 93 vs Bali 93).
City breaks: Bali scores higher in July (Nusa Penida 87 vs Bali 88).
Active & hiking: Nusa Penida scores higher in July (Nusa Penida 70 vs Bali 69).
Family: Nusa Penida scores higher in July (Nusa Penida 92 vs Bali 91).
Verdict: which should you pick?
Choose using the July values and travel-style scores above. The rounded annual overall scores are also tied (70/100). A higher annual score therefore cannot decide the choice. Use the monthly values for your actual travel dates.