Cambodia is the best country in Southeast Asia because it is not affected by tsunamis, earthquakes, typhoons or tropical cyclones. In the full year the visitors can come to visit Cambodia anytime with thinking when or which month is the best time to visit because even if it is the rainy season the weather in Siem Reap and other parts of Cambodia is never so bad or cannot go to somewhere that it makes it impossible to visit. As the experience living in Siem Town, I know well the weather in Siem Reap. So I would like to share some tip of activities in each month for you to consider when should travel and which month should plan ahead to visit Cambodia – Kingdom of Wonder.
The Visit Activities in January: The best time to visit Siem Reap is January for most people as this is one of the coolest months of the year and it is also dry season. During January the skies are clear most days so it perfect for sunrises and sunsets.
The Visit Activities in February: is probably the busiest month of the year in Siem Reap as it is peak high season. The weather in Siem Reap during February is near perfect as the climate is cool, the skies are blue and the sunrises and sunsets are amazing most days. Of course, because it is high season, there are many tourists at this time of year at the Angkor temples.
The Visit Activities in March: The weather in March is very pleasant and I would recommend March as one of the best times of year to visit Cambodia. The climate in Siem Reap is quite cool most days and the rainy season in Cambodia has still not started so it is a good time to visit the Angkor temples. There are a few more clouds appearing during March but you will get clear skies on most days.
The Visit Activities in April: The weather in April can be very hot and humid with the climate a bit unpleasant at times. However, April is a good time to visit the Angkor temples as it is generally much quieter during this time of year. The Khmer New Year also falls on the 14th, 15th and 16th of April, if you would like to join in some New Year celebrations then please plan ahead and find the local guide to help you.
The Visit Activities in May is a good month to visit Siem Reap as it is much quieter than most other months. May is also the beginning of the rainy season but there is normally little rain during this time of year and when it does rain it is normally in the late afternoons or early mornings. May is the start of the rice planting season in Cambodia. The climate in May is quite warm but with a bit careful planning you can have a really good time.
The Visit Activities in June: The weather during June in Siem Reap is quite warm and the rainy season has started in Cambodia. Even though June is part of the rainy season it is a good time to visit Siem Reap. June is also one of the main months that farmers in Cambodia start planting the rice. The weather is not very hot as the few showers Siem Reap get generally cool the air to make it a more pleasant climate. June is also a great time to visit Siem Reap as the Angkor temples see fewer visitors at this time of year.
The Visit Activities in July: One of the best times of year to visit Siem Reap is July as the weather is not very hot and the rain is normally in the evenings or during the night. July is a popular month for visiting Siem Reap for many families as this is a time when many schools are on holiday.
The Visit Activities in August: Another good time to visit Cambodia is during the month of August. The weather is not very hot and the rainy season is not fully upon us but the landscapes are starting to look very green. August is a good month to visit the Angkor temples if you want to keep away from the big crowds of high season. There is more rain in August than there is in July but the rain is normally during the night or late afternoons.
The Visit Activities in September is one of the wettest months in Cambodia but do not let it put you are off visiting Siem Reap. During September the vegetation is lush and green and the Angkor temples are so peaceful. One of the best times I visited Angkor Wat was during a heavy rainfall and it was so peaceful.
The Visit Activities in October is cool and wet with day temperatures between 20 and 30 degrees celsius. October is one of the wettest months of the year so a light rain coat is advised, because it can rain at any time, although it normally starts around 4pm.
The Visit Activities in November:The weather in Siem Reap during November is very pleasant as the rains have almost stopped the blue skies are starting to appear and the weather is cooler. One of the best times to visit Siem Reap is during November as the weather is almost perfect and the sunrises and sunsets are generally pretty good. November is still the start of the high season so the Angkor temples are not busy like January and February. November is normally the month that the Cambodian Water festival is held where you will see boat races in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh.
The Visit Activities December: The best time to visit Cambodia is early to mid-December as everything is perfect. The weather in Siem Reap is cool and dry with blue skies. The sunrises and sunsets during December are normally very good every day there are not so many tourists around the Angkor temples. November and December are also the main months for harvesting rice.