🌧️ Bali Issues Heavy Rain Alert Through November 4! Northern, Western, and Tabanan Areas Need Extra Caution
The Bali Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BBMKG) issued the latest weather warning on November 2, alerting that multiple areas across the island may experience moderate to heavy rainfall from November 2 to 4, with some regions reaching heavy to very heavy rain alert levels.
According to the weather forecast, the following areas may be affected by heavier rainfall from November 2 to the morning of November 3:
- Buleleng: Heavy to very heavy rain alert
- Jembrana: Heavy to very heavy rain alert
- Tabanan: Heavy to very heavy rain alert
- Badung, Bangli, Gianyar, Karangasem: Moderate to heavy rain alert
Rainfall may be accompanied by strong winds, and areas including Badung, Denpasar, Gianyar, Klungkung, and Jembrana should also remain vigilant.
Additionally, waves over 2 meters may occur in the southern waters of Bali, the southern Badung Strait, the southern Bali Strait, and the southern Lombok Strait.
What does this mean for travelers?
Starting in November, Bali gradually enters the rainy season. This warning is particularly noteworthy for the northern, western, and Tabanan areas.
If you’re planning to visit Ubud, mountain waterfalls, rice terraces, or nearby islands soon, it’s wise to allow flexibility in your travel plans. When rain is heavy, avoid riding a scooter through flooded sections, and check sea conditions before taking a speedboat.
It’s important to note that this is a regional weather advisory, not an indication that it will rain all day across the entire island of Bali. Travelers should still adjust their itineraries based on their specific destinations and the latest weather updates.
📊 Bali welcomed 650,000 foreign tourists in September! Third consecutive month of year-on-year growth, but down 5.22% from August
Bali’s Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS Bali) released the latest tourism data on November 2, showing that from July to September 2026, the number of foreign tourist arrivals to Bali was higher than the same period last year for three consecutive months.
The latest data is as follows:
| Month | 2026 Foreign Tourist Arrivals | 2025 Same Period |
|---|---|---|
| July | 697,809 | 697,107 |
| August | 685,994 | 682,866 |
| September | 650,169 | — |
In September 2026, Bali welcomed 650,169 foreign tourists, a 2.36% increase compared to September 2025.
However, compared to August 2026, the number of foreign tourist arrivals in September dropped by 5.22%.
BPS believes the recent year-on-year growth in tourist numbers may be linked to new airline routes and international events held in Bali.
Is Bali’s Tourism Market Really Growing?
Looking at the year-on-year data, Bali’s international tourism demand still shows some resilience.
But if we focus on monthly figures, the decline from August to September suggests the market remains influenced by seasonal factors.
For travelers, this also means that October to November may not be a period when all accommodations are fully booked. If you’re planning a trip to Bali during the rainy season, it’s worth comparing accommodation prices and deals across different areas.
🏞️ Illegal Restaurant Construction in Jatiluwih Green Zone Ordered to Halt! Two-Story Permanent Building Violates Land Regulations
On November 2, the Tabanan Regency government ordered a halt to the construction of a two-story restaurant building in the Jatiluwih rice terrace tourist area.
The local joint enforcement team stated that the building, located within the green zone (Jalur Hijau) of the Jatiluwih tourist area, uses steel materials and is built as a permanent structure, violating local land use and spatial planning regulations.
The enforcement action was jointly carried out by the Tabanan Regency government, police, military, local traditional village representatives, and relevant agencies.
Local officials stated that the construction had received multiple warnings before but continued, prompting the decision to take further measures.
Additionally, the building had not yet obtained the required construction recommendation documents from the Gunung Sari traditional village.
What does this mean for travelers?
Jatiluwih is a key terraced rice field tourism area in Bali and an important part of the UNESCO World Heritage cultural landscape.
This incident reflects that the Bali government is tightening land use management in green and agricultural landscape zones.
Travelers do not need to cancel plans to visit Jatiluwih due to this halt notice, as the measure targets specific construction projects rather than announcing a closure of the entire terraced field scenic area.
However, when booking restaurants, villas, or accommodations in Jatiluwih or other protected landscape areas in the future, it’s still worth checking whether the operators hold legal business permits.
🏡 Badung Regency to Conduct Comprehensive Inspections of Tourist Accommodation Safety! Mountain Villas and Glamping in the Rainy Season Become Key Focus
The Badung Regency government in Bali stated on November 2 that it will conduct a comprehensive assessment of the safety of tourist accommodation facilities, especially those in natural environments prone to disasters.
Badung Regent I Wayan Adi Arnawa stated that the government will inspect the safety conditions of accommodation facilities themselves, as well as potential risks in the surrounding environment.
This measure particularly focuses on the North Badung (Badung Utara) area. As local nature tourism, agritourism, and glamping accommodations continue to develop, some facilities are located near hillsides, rivers, or natural terrain, making safety management increasingly important.
The government indicated that in addition to building permits and relevant regulations, further assessment of on-site environmental conditions is needed to ensure the safety of guests staying and using accommodation facilities.
What to Watch Out for When Staying in a Bali Villa During the Rainy Season
If you’re planning to stay in a hillside villa, glamping, or nature-based accommodation soon, here are some tips:
- Check whether the accommodation has legal operating information.
- Be mindful if the accommodation is located on steep slopes, riverbanks, or areas prone to flooding.
- Avoid activities near rivers or below hillsides during heavy rain.
- If the accommodation operator issues a safety notice, follow their arrangements.
This measure is currently a safety assessment initiative announced by the Badung Regency government and does not imply that all villas or glamping sites across Bali have safety issues.
For travelers, when choosing accommodation during the rainy season, it’s wise to consider not only the views and pool but also the surrounding environment and safety conditions.
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