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Diving in Bali in January

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January is a good month to dive in Bali. Conditions are reliable, with comfortable water temperatures and solid marine life action.

Season rating
Good season
Water temperature
27–29°C
Conditions in
January

What you might see

Manta rays Mola molaWet seasonMacro lifeWrecks

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Frequently asked questions

Is January a good month to dive in Bali?

January in Bali is rated as good season. Water temperatures are around 27–29°C and conditions are usually suitable for liveaboard trips.

What can you see diving in Bali in January?

In January, divers in Bali typically encounter the marine life highlighted on this page, with seasonal aggregations depending on currents, plankton blooms and breeding cycles.

Should I book a Bali liveaboard for January or wait?

If you want this month's specific marine life and conditions, book early — peak departures fill up months ahead. If you are flexible, compare December and February which often share similar conditions.

Find a liveaboard for January

Compare available Bali liveaboards departing in January.

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Best time to dive · January

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