Banlung

Overall Best Time: November to February

Cambodia experiences a tropical climate with two main seasons: the dry season (November to April) and the rainy season (May to October). The ideal time to visit is during the cooler dry season, particularly from November to February, when temperatures are pleasant and there’s little to no rain.

Cambodia - Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, and Southern Coast

Best Time: November to February

Month	Best Time	Average Time	Worst Time
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Climate:

• Best Time (November to February): These months offer cooler, drier conditions, making it the perfect time for exploring Cambodia’s temples, cities, and coastal areas.
• Worst Time (May to October): The rainy season brings heavy rains and high humidity, particularly from June to August. However, the countryside is lush and green, and the crowds are thinner at popular tourist sites.

Key Regions:

• Angkor Wat/Siem Reap: Best visited between November and February. These months provide cooler weather, ideal for temple visits.
• Phnom Penh: The capital is best experienced during the dry season. May to October can be hot and rainy, which may disrupt city explorations.
• Southern Coast (Sihanoukville, Kep): Coastal regions are best visited from November to April, perfect for beach weather.

Cambodia - Eastern Cambodia (Mondulkiri, Ratanakiri)

Best Time: November to February

Month	Best Time	Average Time	Worst Time
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Climate:

• The eastern regions of Cambodia experience cooler temperatures than the rest of the country, making them pleasant to visit year-round. However, the best time remains the dry season (November to February) to avoid rain and muddy roads.

Key:

•  Green: Best time to visit.
•  Orange: Average time to visit, decent weather but with some drawbacks.
•  Red: Worst time to visit, due to extreme weather conditions like heavy rain or heat.

These tables provide a quick overview of the best times to visit different regions in Cambodia to ensure you get the best travel experience.