Bali has two main seasons. The dry season runs May to October and is the best time for beach trips, outdoor activities, and temple visits. July and August are the busiest and most expensive months, with crowded popular beaches and peak villa prices. May, June, and September offer warm and sunny weather with fewer tourists and better value. The wet season runs November through April. Rain falls mostly in short, intense bursts and does not usually last all day. Ubud and the rice terraces look most lush during and after the wet season. January and February see the most consistent rainfall. The Balinese New Year (Nyepi, the Day of Silence) falls in March or April and shuts the entire island down for 24 hours: no travel, no internet, no noise. Galungan and Kuningan festivals happen every 210 days on the Balinese calendar and are excellent times to witness temple processions and traditional ceremonies.