Weather in Phnom Penh, Cambodia

The rainy, monsoon season consists of varying amounts of rainfall. Most rain falls as showers; sometimes, it is difficult to appreciate all the sights in and around the city as the rain is intense and many streets are flooded and muddy. Thankfully the showers pass quickly; but you might be unlucky and have a few days of continuous rain; but that is more likely to happen in May and September.

The hot, If visiting at this time, it is necessary to keep well in the shade as much as possible, wear sun-screen and caps, and constantly carry a bottle of water. The heat can be very unforgiving especially for those unaccustomed to this kind of climate. Note that most hotels and restaurants are well-cooled, either with air conditioning or with fans. However, not all public or private transportation is so accommodating.