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Cambodia Weather

Trying to work out when it's best to travel to Cambodia? The Cambodia weather is best described as being tropical. Depending on which area of Cambodia you're in, there are large differences in temperature and the amount of precipitation. The average daily temperature is 27° degrees Celsius.

The best time of the year to travel to Cambodia is October through March, the dry season, when temperatures are more moderate. In April, Cambodia's weather can easily reach temperatures of 40°C. The rainy season runs from the second half of June through to the first half of October. This time of year is wet and less dusty; the scenery is deep green and the waterfalls and rivers are at their most spectacular. During this time of year the day time temperature is approximately 24°C; the evenings can be slightly cooler.

Our advice would be to simply allow the Cambodia weather to be a part of your travel experience. Bring along a poncho and swimming clothes and you'll be prepared for all that Cambodia has to offer. Cambodia is a great holiday destination all year round, just remember that the weather remains unpredictable.

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Cambodia Weather - The Rainy Season

The Cambodia weather has a south-western monsoon which causes heavy rains almost daily from June until October, usually during late afternoon or evening. Don't allow these heavy rains to ruin your day, the heavy afternoon showers can often freshen the air and bring the temperature down. The rains in Cambodia are usually heavy but short and the rain usually leads to short windows of beautiful skies with dark ominous clouds and amazing thunder and lightning. Most of all, nature and the paddy-fields are the most radiant shade of green during the rainy season. September is known for the most precipitation; however this can differ per region and each year is slightly different.

The Cambodia weather also has a north-western monsoon which causes temperatures to drop slightly and causes some precipitation from November through March. The driest months of the year are January and February, and sometimes there is no precipitation at all during these months. You'll notice that even though there's no rain during a dry spell, the sky may not be clear blue. Cambodia's weather is coolest between the months of November and January, but even then the temperature will not drop below 20°C. April and May are dry months; however temperatures can easily soar up to 40°C.

Sun and fun at the beach

Although Cambodia isn't exactly known for its beaches, the beaches in the bays around Sihanoukville and the deserted beaches of Kep are wonderful for relaxing and outdoor activities. Naturally you'll want to have dry, sunny and warm weather during a stay at the beach. The best time to visit is during the dry season which lasts between October until mid June. April and May are especially pleasant for beach visits since temperatures can reach 40 degrees Celsius.

During the monsoon season (June-October) you can expect higher humidity and heavy rain falls, which tend to come in the form of short but heavy afternoon showers. Some days it can be completely dry, but others it may rain all day. The weather shouldn't stop you from travelling to Cambodia during these periods, but you may need to bear the weather in mind if you're thinking about an extended beach break in Cambodia during this period. With a little preparation and sunny outlook you'll still enjoy your time there.

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