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Phnom Penh

Visit in January — score 82/100 · avg high 88°F · feels like 85°F · 5 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

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January

#1
88°/73°F · Feels 85°F
5 rain days
11.4h daylight
High crowds
Average

February

#2
91°/74°F · Feels 88°F
5 rain days
11.6h daylight
High crowds
Average

March

94°/77°F · Feels 92°F
8 rain days
11.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

April

94°/79°F · Feels 94°F
16 rain days
12.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

May

92°/79°F · Feels 95°F
26 rain days
12.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

90°/78°F · Feels 92°F
26 rain days
12.7h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

89°/78°F · Feels 91°F
26 rain days
12.6h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

August

90°/78°F · Feels 91°F
27 rain days
12.4h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

September

88°/77°F · Feels 91°F
29 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

87°/76°F · Feels 90°F
26 rain days
11.7h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

87°/75°F · Feels 88°F
18 rain days
11.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

December

#3
87°/74°F · Feels 85°F
8 rain days
11.3h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January8280°88°73°51711.4hHighAverage
February7983°91°74°51911.6hHighAverage
March6985°94°77°84311.9hModerateAverage
April4586°94°79°1610212.3hModerateAverage
May3284°92°79°2619012.5hModerateBelow avg
June3783°90°78°2617812.7hModerateBelow avg
July3782°89°78°2619112.6hModerateAverage
August3682°90°78°2721212.4hModerateAverage
September3981°88°77°2931212.1hModerateBelow avg
October3680°87°76°2630511.7hModerateAverage
November4680°87°75°1815711.5hModerateAverage
December7480°87°74°83911.3hHighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
49/100
High
93°F
Low
78°F
Rain days
17/mo
Crowds
moderate

Spring in Phnom Penh (March, April, May) brings average highs of 93°F and lows of 78°F, with about 17 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 49/100, with March being the strongest month of the season at 69/100.

Summer

Score
37/100
High
90°F
Low
78°F
Rain days
26/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Phnom Penh (June, July, August) brings average highs of 90°F and lows of 78°F, with about 26 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 37/100, with July being the strongest month of the season at 37/100.

Fall

Score
40/100
High
87°F
Low
76°F
Rain days
24/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Phnom Penh (September, October, November) brings average highs of 87°F and lows of 76°F, with about 24 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 40/100, with November being the strongest month of the season at 46/100.

Winter

Score
78/100
High
89°F
Low
74°F
Rain days
6/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Phnom Penh (December, January, February) brings average highs of 89°F and lows of 74°F, with about 6 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 78/100, with January being the strongest month of the season at 82/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Phnom Penh?
The best month to visit Phnom Penh is January, with an overall travel score of 82/100. Expect average highs of 88°F, about 5 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Phnom Penh expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Phnom Penh are relatively moderate, averaging 87% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in Phnom Penh in December?
December in Phnom Penh has average highs of 87°F and lows of 74°F, with approximately 8 rainy days and 11.3 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 74/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Phnom Penh?
The most affordable time to visit Phnom Penh is September, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in September, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is May (score: 32/100).

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