Phuket or Bali in July?
On climate data, Bali comes out ahead overall in July. See the per-criterion details below.
PhuketPhoto: PavF · CC BY-SA 3.0
BaliPhoto: Gunadhi · CC BY-SA 4.0Key figures in July
| Criterion | Phuket | Bali |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 28 °C | 27 °C |
| Average daily low | 27 °C | 22 °C |
| Sea | 29 °C ★ | 26 °C |
| Rainy days | 27 rainy days (est.) | 7 rainy days (est.) ★ |
| Sun | 6 h/day | 6 h/day |
| Humidity | 83 % | 83 % |
Winner by travel type
Trade-offs
- Bali is drier, with about 20 fewer rainy days.
- The sea at Phuket is about 3 °C warmer.
Phuket or Bali in July: the short answer
In July, Bali comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Phuket 55/100 vs Bali 87/100). That is a snapshot of one month, though — which one truly fits depends on what you want from the trip, so the breakdown below goes criterion by criterion.
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 Phuket averages a climate score of 60/100, 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 28 °C in Phuket and 27 °C in Bali — warmer in Phuket. Average daily lows are around 27 °C versus 22 °C.
On rain, Phuket sees about 27 rainy days in July and Bali about 7 — drier in Bali. Sunshine is comparable (6 vs 6 hours a day).
Sea temperature and swimming
In July the water is about 29 °C at Phuket and 26 °C at Bali — warmer for swimming at Phuket. Over the year, Phuket 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 May for Phuket and March for Bali.
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Phuket records roughly 261 rainy days and Bali about 193 — the drier of the two overall is Bali. At their sunniest, Phuket reaches about 8 hours of sun a day (March) 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, Phuket is at its best in January, February, March and December, 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: Bali scores higher in July (Phuket 67 vs Bali 93).
City breaks: Bali scores higher in July (Phuket 50 vs Bali 88).
Active & hiking: Bali scores higher in July (Phuket 37 vs Bali 69).
Family: Bali scores higher in July (Phuket 58 vs Bali 91).
Verdict: which should you pick?
In July, Bali leads across every scored category here — the overall score and each travel type — so on the climate data it is the clearer pick this month. Over the year, Bali carries the higher overall climate score. Your own priority (sun, sea, low rain or sightseeing comfort) still matters, and the month-by-month pages for each destination give you the full picture before you book.