Yogyakarta or Bali in July?
On climate data, Bali comes out ahead overall in July. See the per-criterion details below.
YogyakartaPhoto: CEphoto, Uwe Aranas · CC BY-SA 3.0
BaliPhoto: Gunadhi · CC BY-SA 4.0Key figures in July
| Criterion | Yogyakarta | Bali |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 28 °C | 27 °C |
| Average daily low | 22 °C | 22 °C |
| Sea | n/a | 26 °C |
| Rainy days | 8 rainy days (est.) | 7 rainy days (est.) ★ |
| Sun | 6 h/day | 6 h/day |
| Humidity | 81 % | 83 % |
Winner by travel type
Yogyakarta or Bali in July: the short answer
In July, Bali comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Yogyakarta 74/100 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 Yogyakarta averages a climate score of 55/100, 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 Yogyakarta and 27 °C in Bali — warmer in Yogyakarta. Average daily lows are around 22 °C versus 22 °C.
On rain, Yogyakarta sees about 8 rainy days in July and Bali about 7 — drier in Bali. Sunshine is comparable (6 vs 6 hours a day).
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Yogyakarta records roughly 227 rainy days and Bali about 193 — the drier of the two overall is Bali. At their sunniest, Yogyakarta reaches about 8 hours of sun a day (September) 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, Yogyakarta 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:
City breaks: Bali scores higher in July (Yogyakarta 79 vs Bali 88).
Active & hiking: Bali scores higher in July (Yogyakarta 60 vs Bali 69).
Family: Bali scores higher in July (Yogyakarta 82 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.