Best Month
Amed Weather in October
Dry season holding on. Amed stays dry longer than most of Bali.
High Temperature
33Β°
Celsius
Low Temperature
24Β°
Celsius
Rainfall
30
mm (5 days)
Humidity
72%
average
What to Expect in October
Warm and mostly dry. Diving conditions still excellent though visibility starts to fluctuate.
Pros & Cons of Visiting in October
Pros
- Extended dry season
- Good diving
- Low season prices
- Peaceful
Cons
- Warming up
- Occasional afternoon cloud
- Visibility slightly reduced
October Weather in Amed: A Closer Look
October is the last month of Amed's extended dry season advantage. While the south coast sees rising rainfall, Amed continues to benefit from Mount Agung's rain shadow β just 30 mm over 5 days, with rain usually arriving as brief afternoon showers. Daytime temperatures warm back up to 33Β°C as the southeast monsoon weakens. Humidity is a manageable 72%. Diving at Tulamben remains excellent through most of October, with visibility generally 15β20 metres β still impressive, though slightly more variable than August and September as the first pre-monsoon currents begin. The USAT Liberty wreck's marine life is as rich as ever and the decrease in visitor numbers from the August peak continues. Amed has become refreshingly quiet by October, with a clear local character reasserting itself. The fishing village life is more visible: handmade nets drying on the beach, jukung boats launching before dawn for deep-sea fishing, and women bringing temple offerings to beachside shrines. The volcanic hillsides begin to show the first hints of green as October's light rains begin to regenerate the dry landscape. October is a genuinely great month for independent travellers seeking authentic Amed without the compromise of poor weather.
Crowds: lowPrices: budget
Best Activities in Amed in October
1USAT Liberty wreck diving β still excellent with 15β20 m visibility
2Japanese Shipwreck dive/snorkel in Amed bay β quiet and pristine in low season
3Coastal walk between all six Amed villages β 2β3 hours of authentic fishing community life
4Visit Tirtagangga water palace gardens when temperatures cool after rain
5Photography of Mount Agung at sunrise from the coastal road
What to Pack for Amed in October
- Light rain layer for afternoon showers
- Sunscreen still essential for warm, mostly sunny days
- Thin wetsuit for diving as water temperature starts to rise slightly
- Comfortable casual clothing for the village atmosphere
- Camera for the dramatic landscape photography as the greening begins
Travel Tips for October
- 1October is one of the quietest and best-value months β superb for independent divers wanting uncrowded sites
- 2Plan diving in the morning window before afternoon cloud builds
- 3The Tirtagangga to Amed route via the highland road offers the best mountain scenery of the area
- 4October is excellent for combining Amed with a side trip to the royal town of Amlapura
- 5Monitor weather: on the odd rough-weather day, the dive operators will advise β their judgment is reliable
Events & Festivals in October
Galungan and Kuningan (if applicable)
October (varies with Pawukon cycle)
If the 210-day Pawukon cycle aligns, October sees Galungan β a vivid celebration in Amed's Hindu fishing communities with elaborate offerings, decorated shrines, and penjor bamboo poles.
Sources & References
- Amed Climate β en.climate-data.org(website)
- Amed Weather by Month β weather2travel.com(website)
- Bali Weather & Bali Climate β bali.com(website)
Last verified: March 29, 2026
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