Weather in Phnom Penh

Located in the tropical zone north of the equator, Phnom Penh has a wet and dry climate, meaning it has two distinct seasons: rainy and dry.

Rainy season (May to October) sees high temperatures and humidity, with brief (often daily) downpours making an appearance before the sun reappears.

Dry season (November to April) is comfortable with temperatures hovering around 25°C (77°F) in January and almost no rainfall. This is the best time to visit. The Cambodian New Year, which takes place around April, is also a good time to visit.

Despite it has two distinct seasons, Phnom Penh is widely considered as a year-round destination.

	Weather (day)		Temp (max day)	Wind (mph)	Humidity Pressure Visibility
Sunday	PartlyCloudyDay	Partly cloudy skies	29 °C	10 wnw	40-60% 1009 mb good
Monday	PartlyCloudyDay	Partly cloudy skies	29 °C	9 w	40-60% 1009 mb good
Tuesday	PartlyCloudyDay	Partly cloudy skies	29 °C	4 nnw	40-60% 1009 mb good
Wednesday	PartlyCloudyDay	Partly cloudy skies	29 °C	5 wnw	40-60% 1009 mb good
Thursday	PartlyCloudyDay	Partly cloudy skies	29 °C	8 wnw	40-60% 1009 mb good
Friday	PartlyCloudyDay	Partly cloudy skies	29 °C	5 w	40-60% 1009 mb good
Saturday	PartlyCloudyDay	Partly cloudy skies	29 °C	8 wsw	40-60% 1009 mb good

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Last updated: 2024-04-26 21:17:16
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Symbols indicate the predominant weather for the day in question, calculated based on a weighting of different types of weather. So if a day is forecast to be sunny with the possibility of a brief shower, then we will see a sunny or partly cloudy symbol rather than a rain cloud.

The maximum temperature is the highest temperature forecast between dawn and dusk, and the minimum temperature is the lowest temperature expected from dusk on the day in question to dawn the next day. The temperature is in °C, or Celsius.

Wind speed and direction are the conditions expected at midday. Wind direction is based on a 16 point compass. W, SW, SSW, etc. The wind direction states where the wind originates. Wind speed is listed in MPH or miles per hour.

Humidity levels indicates how much water vapour the air contains compared to the maximum it could contain at that temperature. As a general guide:

0 to 30 is very low
31 to 50 is low
51 to 70 is moderate to low
71 to 80 is moderate
81 to 90 is moderate to high
91 to 100 is high

Pressure is measured in millibars (mb)

Visibility based on whether the human eye can see the following distances:

Very poor - less than 1km
Poor - between 1km and 4km
Moderate - between 4km and 10km
Good - between 10km and 20km
Very good - between 20km and 40km
Excellent - more than 40km

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InterContinental Hotel

Located in the new business centre of the city, the InterContinental is the first 5-star business hotel in Phnom Penh. With 346 rooms, it's the ideal place for those visiting for work as it has a range of meeting rooms. Its good selection of restaurants offer pan-Asian, Western and Chinese cuisine as well as a popular patisserie.

La Maison D’Ambre

With a superb location on the corner of Sisowath Quay, La Maison D'Ambre has quickly become one of Cambodia's hottest hotels, especially thanks to its river views. Its 10 luxury rooms are individually decorated, while the rooftop bar, Fifth Element, is a huge draw for those after a cool drink at the end of a day. A tree-lined pool and private dining terrace round out a compelling package.

Cozyna Hotel

It's the location of this hotel that makes it such a winner. Right on the main quay, with great access to sights and the city's best nightlife, it's perfect for those on a tight budget. The rooms are simple, but clean, and the staff friendly.

Sunway Hotel

A longstanding favourite, the Sunway Hotel has an excellent location in an upmarket part of Phnom Penh, close to Wat Phnom. The 138 rooms are all large and stylish, some with balconies. The restaurant serves local and international cuisine with special themed nights and there is a patisserie in the lobby. With its own fitness centre and spa, this hotel remains popular.

Raffles Hotel Le Royal

This is a beautifully restored French colonial hotel featuring a blend of Khmer, art deco and French styles. Established in 1929, it boasted an impressive guest list in its heyday including Charlie Chaplin and Jacqueline Kennedy. This sophisticated Phnom Penh hotel has 208 rooms, five restaurants and bars, a pool and spa. The Raffles high standards of service are combined with modern comforts throughout.

Villa Langka Hotel

This good value boutique hotel sits in lush tropical gardens in central Phnom Penh. Close to the Independence Monument, and overlooking Wat Langka, the hotel is spread over two converted houses. All 43 rooms are spacious and colonial in style. The hotel's restaurant offers local and international cuisine using the freshest ingredients and meals are either served on the terrace or indoors.

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