Best time to visit Phnom Penh, Kingdom of Cambodia
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Best Time to Visit · Nov 22 – Apr 8 (wraps year)
For Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh, our top-ranked travel window runs Nov 22 – Apr 8 (wraps year) based on typical historical weather across multiple years—not a live forecast. During this period, typical conditions score fair for seasonal fit and very pleasant for absolute comfort. Expect roughly 27.7°C avg, 0.9mm avg, 2.4m/s avg on average across the window.
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Nov 9, 2026 – Nov 16, 2026
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About this place
Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s capital, sits at the meeting point of the Mekong and Tonle Sap Rivers. Once known as the “Paris of the East,” the city has transformed into a fast-growing metropolis with a high-rise skyline and an unmistakable energy. While broad French-era boulevards are now often filled with markets and parked vehicles, the riverfront promenade offers a pleasant place to stroll, lined with cafés and restaurants.
The city’s past remains visible at several poignant historic sites, and its streets deliver a raw, authentic Southeast Asian experience. Modern comforts — from international dining and a booming coffee scene to reliable internet — make it an increasingly comfortable base, even as the city retains a gritty edge that appeals to travelers seeking something beyond polished resorts.
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Things to See
- Visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, housed in the former S-21 prison, to understand Cambodia’s tragic Khmer Rouge era.
- Pay respects at the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, a somber memorial site outside the city.
- Admire the French colonial architecture of the Grand Post Office Building and the iconic domed Central Market (Phsar Thmei).
- Walk along the riverfront promenade (Sisowath Quay), where cafés and restaurants offer front-row seats to daily life on the water.
- Tour the elegant Raffles Hotel Le Royal, a well-preserved colonial landmark.
- Explore the former M-13 prison, now part of a UNESCO-listed trio of Khmer Rouge historic sites west of the city.
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Best Time to Visit
- The sweet spot is late November through March. Expect comfortable temperatures, minimal rain, and abundant sunshine.
- Daily highs and lows during this window average between 15.3°C and 38.5°C, with rainfall barely 0.8 mm.
- This dry-season stretch aligns with the best balance of comfort and weather reliability for outdoor sightseeing.
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Planning Tips
- Wear your largest sunglasses and be prepared for dust — open-sided tuk-tuk rides kick up plenty of it even in the wet season.
- When taking a tuk-tuk or moto taxi, keep bags and phones away from the street side to reduce the risk of snatch theft.
- Carry smaller, crisp US dollar notes for paying drivers, and inspect any change carefully for rips or tears.
- Download a ride-hailing app like PassApp or Grab for fixed-price trips without haggling.
- Stick to bottled or treated water and be cautious with uncooked foods and salads to avoid stomach issues.
- Use mosquito repellent; while malaria risk in Phnom Penh is low, dengue fever is present.
- Buy a local SIM at the airport for affordable data and calls — Metfone and Cellcard offer good nationwide coverage.
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