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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Cambodia for your holiday.
Climate Overview
20 °C to 36 °C
28 °C to 30 °C
0.16 – 14.84 in (1 – 16 Days of Rain)Average Annual Temperature is between 27.6 °C (Phnom Penh) and 28.3 °C (Siem Reap)
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Geographical location
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Cambodia is located in Southeast Asia between Thailand, Laos and Vietnam. The kingdom is located on the coast of the Gulf of Thailand, its capital is Phnom Penh. Cambodia’s landscape is characterized by a mountain range that surrounds the central plain.
Here lies the lake Tonle Sap, through the east flows with the Mekong one of the longest rivers of the earth. Numerous ruins in the historical cities of Angkor, Banteay Srei, Preah Vihear and Roluos remind of the former Kambuja empire.
Around 14.14 million people live in Cambodia over an area of 112000 square miles. This results in a population density of around 78 inhabitants per square kilometre.
Capital Phnom Penh is connected trough several airports in Asia and a few direct flights from Europe.
Climate in Cambodia
Cambodia has a tropical, warm and humid climate, which is significantly influenced by the monsoon. In the period November to March there is a somewhat cooler dry season. The southwest monsoon causes a rainy season from about mid-May to the end of October. Usually a large part of the rainfall falls in the second half of the day.
During this period, 70 to 80 percent of the annual precipitation falls. In Phnom Penh, for example, up to 10.04 in per month can fall. Due to the proximity of the equator, the temperature fluctuations are quite small. The hottest month in all regions of Cambodia is April, with midday temperatures of 40 °C and more.
The coldest months are December and January with about 26 °C. In the capital it never gets colder than 30 °C during the day, at night temperatures can drop to a minimum of 21 °C. In the southwestern coastal town of Sihanoukville, the temperatures are similar, but it usually doesn’t get colder than 24 °C at night. The water temperatures are in the range of more than 28 °C all year round.
Best Time to Visit Cambodia: Overview
JanuaryJan Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Cambodia | FebruaryFeb Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Cambodia | MarchMar Best time to traveltime but very hotbut very hot | AprilApr Good time to traveltime hottest monthhottest month in Cambodia | MayMay Suitable time to traveltime Transition to Rainy SeasonTransition to Rainy Season | JuneJun Rainy SeasonRainy Season hot and wethot and wet |
JulyJul Rainy SeasonRainy Season up to 13.43 in of rainof rain | AugustAug Rainy SeasonRainy Season up to 14.84 in of rainof rain | SeptemberSep Rainy SeasonRainy Season up to 12.64 in of rainof rain | OctoberOct Rainy SeasonRainy Season up to 11.46 in of rainof rain | NovemberNov Good time to traveltime End of Rainy SeasonEnd of Rainy Season | DecemberDec Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Cambodia |
When to travel to Cambodia?
For Cambodia, the best time to travel during the dry season is between November and mid-May, with extremely high temperatures in the months of April and May, and the heat is generally perceived as unpleasant for Europeans. Ideal for a Cambodia trip is therefore above all the travel season from mid-December to the end of March.
The rainy season in Cambodia from June to October makes roads impassable in many regions and is accompanied by air humidity of up to 90 percent. However, anyone planning a visit to Angkor Wat could experience a special charm during this time. The humid season brings with it a blooming rainforest and many of the artificial water basins and lakes are filled.
Best Time to Visit the Regions
Find the best time to visit the regions (Cambodia) in the following overview.| Location | Best Time to Travel |
|---|---|
| Phnom Penh | January, February, November, and December |
| Sihanoukville | January, February, November, and December |
| Siem Reap | January, February, March, November, and December |
Climate Charts Cambodia
In the following, you will find climate charts for the regions.
Furthermore, there are some charts you can use for quick comparison of climate between the regions.
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Phnom Penh
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Tables Cambodia
In the following, you will find some climate tables for Cambodia, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, Water Temperatures, and Hours of Sunshine.Show climate table for
Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Phnom Penh (Cambodia)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 31° | 32° | 34° | 35° | 34° | 33° | 32° | 32° | 31° | 30° | 30° | 30° |
| Night Temperature | 21° | 22° | 23° | 24° | 24° | 24° | 24° | 25° | 25° | 24° | 23° | 22° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 0.31 | 0.35 | 1.26 | 2.87 | 5.83 | 5.83 | 6.02 | 6.1 | 9.13 | 10.04 | 5.04 | 1.46 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 8 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 8 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Phnom Penh is 27.6 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: April (29.6 °C)
Coldest month: December (25.7 °C)
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 54.25 inchFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
Rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation): September, and October
Overall precipitation in the rainy season: 19.17 in
You cannot expect snow in any month in Phnom Penh.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, March is the sunniest month with an average of 8.6 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 6.8 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Temperatures, Precipitation in Sihanoukville (Cambodia)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 31° | 31° | 32° | 34° | 32° | 31° | 30° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 32° |
| Night Temperature | 24° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 27° | 26° | 26° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 24° | 24° |
| Water Temperature | 28° | 28° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 30° | 29° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 1.11 | 0.99 | 1.98 | 4.91 | 8.16 | 9.95 | 13.44 | 14.85 | 12.62 | 11.43 | 5.44 | 2.14 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Sihanoukville is 28.2 °C.Warmest month: May (29.6 °C)
Coldest month: January (27.6 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Sihanoukville is 30 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
all months
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 87.04 inchRainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation): May, June, July, August, September, and October
Overall precipitation in the rainy season: 70.46 in
You cannot expect snow in any month in Sihanoukville.
Highlights and Attractions
Cambodia’s undisputed highlight is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Angkor in the northwest of the country near the city of Siem Reap. A unique backdrop of architecture and nature amazes millions of visitors every year. In the immediate vicinity of the famous Angor Wat are many other impressive temples, including Bayon, Ta Prohm, Angkor Thom and Banteay Srei.
In the capital Phnom Penh, often referred to as the “Pearl of Asia”, numerous sights such as the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda or the Tuol-Sleng-Genocide Museum, which give an impression of a dark part of Cambodia’s past. Hardly known, but beautiful, are Cambodia’s beaches in the Sihanoukville region.
Popular Activities
Phnom Penh Killing Fields and S21 Hop-on-Hop-off Joint Tour
Tours
from 15 $ »
Learn about the dark days of the Khmer Rouge regime. Visit Prison S21 and the Cheung Ek Killing Fields, where thousands were imprisoned and killed.
Phnom Penh Small Group City Tour
Tours
from 49 $ »
Visit the highlights of Phnom Penh and learn the turbulent history of Cambodia at monuments such as the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, Genocide Museum, and notorious Killing Fields.
Half Day Tour of Tuol Sleng and Choeng Ek Killing Field
Tours
from 62 $ »
This tour will show you the brutality of the Khmer Rogue. Visit the killing fields of Choneng Ek with a knowledgeable tour guide. Tuol Sleng, once a prison, will show you how far Cambodia has come since the 70s.
More attractions
Phnom Penh International Airport Transfers | Phnom Penh: S-21 Prison and Killing Fields Half-Day Tour | Phnom Penh: Mekong River Sunset Cruise | Best of Phnom Penh: Half-Day Private City Tour | Phnom Penh’s Killing Fields: 4-Hour Guided Tour | Phnom Penh: Killing Field & Village Car or Mini Van Tour | Phnom Penh: Tour of Tuol Sleng Prison and Choeng Ek Memorial |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Phnom Penh (Station Tu?l Tumpung)
scattered clouds, 26 °CClouds: 40 % Wind: 7 mph S
Air Pressure: 1008 hPa Humidity: 89 %
Air Pressure: 1008 hPa Humidity: 89 %
Last updated: 7th Feb 2023, 09:42 pm
The next days …
| 8th Feb 2023 | 9th Feb 2023 | 10th Feb 2023 | 11th Feb 2023 | 12th Feb 2023 | 13th Feb 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 23 °C to 34 °C |  24 °C to 34 °C |  24 °C to 34 °C | 23 °C to 35 °C | 24 °C to 34 °C | 24 °C to 35 °C |
| 23 °C to 34 °C | 24 °C to 34 °C | 24 °C to 34 °C | 23 °C to 35 °C | 24 °C to 34 °C | 24 °C to 35 °C |
| Clouds: 92 % | Clouds: 3 % | Clouds: 12 % | Clouds: 24 % | Clouds: 88 % | Clouds: 97 % |
| No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation |
Weather information provided by OpenWeatherMap. (CC BY-SA)
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Important Regions and Cities
We have extended climate information for the following region:Hottest Month
April: 36 °C
Day Temperature in Siem Reap
April: 36 °CDay Temperature in Siem Reap
Coldest Month
January: 20 °C
Night Temperature in Siem Reap
January: 20 °CNight Temperature in Siem Reap
Rainiest Month
August: 14.85 in
Rain in Sihanoukville
August: 14.85 inRain in Sihanoukville
Driest Month
January: 0.15 in
Rain in Siem Reap
January: 0.15 inRain in Siem Reap
Maximum Water Temperature
April: 30 °C
Water Temperature in Sihanoukville
April: 30 °CWater Temperature in Sihanoukville
Sunniest Month
January: 9 hours/day
Sunshine in Siem Reap
January: 9 hours/daySunshine in Siem Reap
Activities and Attractions
Half Day Royal Palace, National Musuem and Wat Phnom Tour
Tours
from 77 $ »
Cambodia: eSIM Roaming Mobile Data Plan
Tours
from 4 $ »
Phnom Penh: Sunset Cruise with Unlimited Beer and Drinks
Tours
from 18 $ »
Distances to Cambodia
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phnom Penh | 6230 mi | 8830 mi | 8200 mi |
| Sihanoukville | 6230 mi | 8890 mi | 8310 mi |
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Cambodia: Experiences of our Visitors
tropically warm, mostly sunny, during the day sometimes smaller rain showers, but warm rain
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
It rained every day towards evening, otherwise it was pleasant. Much fewer tourists than in the high season over Christmas
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
Temperatures around 30° C, muggy, because of occasional heavy rain showers
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good