Month to Avoid

Ubud Weather in February

Still very wet but slightly less rain than January.

High Temperature

28°

Celsius

Low Temperature

22°

Celsius

Rainfall

300

mm (23 days)

Humidity

87%

average

What to Expect in February

Wet mornings and afternoons. Cultural activities and cooking classes are ideal.

Pros & Cons of Visiting in February

Pros

Quieter
Green scenery
Good prices

Cons

Frequent rain
High humidity

February Weather in Ubud: A Closer Look

February remains firmly in the wet season in Ubud, with around 300mm of rainfall over 23 days. Temperatures hold at 28°C highs and 22°C lows with humidity at 87% — the air is thick and warm even though the temperatures themselves are moderate by tropical standards. Morning mist is frequent, often sitting in the valley below Campuhan Ridge in photogenic layers. The UV index is 7 in February — higher than January due to the increased sun angle at this latitude. Rain tends to arrive in substantial afternoon bursts, typically between 1pm and 5pm, with some days seeing continuous rain from late morning. The rice fields and jungle around Ubud are at peak green saturation in February — the paddies in Tegalalang and Jatiluwih are extraordinarily lush. The Chinese New Year period (mid-February in 2026) is marked in some of Ubud's restaurants and hotels with special menus and decorations, though it's primarily observed in coastal Denpasar and Singaraja.

Crowds: lowPrices: budget

Best Activities in Ubud in February

1Practice yoga at one of Ubud's world-class studios — The Yoga Barn and Radiantly Alive have busy February schedules

2Explore Tegalalang Rice Terraces at sunrise when morning mist creates ethereal valley views

3Take a wood carving or batik workshop in the village of Mas or Celuk

4Day trip to Besakih Temple — the 'mother temple' is at its most atmospheric when mist surrounds the mountain

5River rafting on the Ayung or Telaga Waja rivers — flow rates are at their annual peak in February

What to Pack for Ubud in February

Pack a good waterproof jacket rated for sustained highland rainfall, not a light shower
Bring warm socks — your feet will thank you on cool, wet evenings at 600m altitude
Neutral, quick-dry colours are practical — mud from the rice terraces stains light fabrics permanently
SPF50+ sunscreen is important on clear mornings — UV 7 at altitude without cloud cover is intense
Moisture-wicking base layers for yoga or active pursuits — yoga studios in Ubud have packed February schedules

Travel Tips for February

1February yoga retreat packages offer some of the year's best value — studios have availability that disappears by May
2River rafting operators on the Ayung River offer their most powerful experience in February; check operator safety records carefully
3The highland village roads around Ubud flood quickly in heavy rain — have your accommodation's address in Bahasa Indonesia for the driver
4Evenings in Ubud at 22°C in February feel cold to those coming directly from coastal areas — bring a layer
5Waterfall visits are outstanding in February but access trails are treacherous when wet — hire a local guide

Events & Festivals in February

Chinese New Year

February 17, 2026

Celebrated in some Ubud restaurants and hotels with special menus; the main festivities are in Denpasar's Chinatown but Ubud's cosmopolitan crowd marks the occasion

Tumpek Kandang

February 7, 2026

Balinese ceremony honouring animals; offerings placed at family compounds with livestock, and prayers conducted for the animals that support community life in Ubud's farming villages