Phuket edges it in November. Bali averages 25–32°C with low crowds; Phuket 25–32°C with moderate crowds.
By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026
Bali and Phuket
The verdict for November
Green, quiet, cheap
+Quieter beaches, lower rates and lush green landscapes.
–Humidity rises and heavier rain becomes increasingly common.
The best hotels at their most affordable, and hardly anyone around.
Dry season returns
+Dry-season conditions return and the island becomes more beach-reliable.
–Demand and prices climb quickly as the month progresses.
Dry-season conditions return and the island becomes more beach-reliable.
Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.
Another month