The best times to visit Ban Lung for ideal weather are

October 8th to February 25th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Ban Lung Travel Info

Weather in Ban Lung

Temperature

Average temperatures in Ban Lung vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a very low chance of rain throughout the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 74th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Ban Lung, the hottest months are April, May, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid April where highs are regularly around 85.7°F (29.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 70.4°F (21.3°C) at night.

Ban Lung Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Ban Lung Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Ban Lung Perceived Temperature (F)

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Ban Lung Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Ban Lung Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 76.1 67.9 59.8
Feb 81.2 71.4 62.2
Mar 84.1 74.7 66
Apr 85.3 76.7 69.1
May 83 76.4 70.7
Jun 80.1 74.8 70.6
Jul 78.2 73.4 69.7
Aug 78.2 73.3 69.6
Sep 78.2 73.3 69.3
Oct 78.5 72.8 67.5
Nov 78.2 71.8 65.7
Dec 76.7 69.4 62.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 24.5 19.9 15.4
Feb 27.3 21.9 16.8
Mar 28.9 23.7 18.9
Apr 29.6 24.8 20.6
May 28.3 24.7 21.5
Jun 26.7 23.8 21.4
Jul 25.7 23 20.9
Aug 25.7 22.9 20.9
Sep 25.7 22.9 20.7
Oct 25.8 22.7 19.7
Nov 25.7 22.1 18.7
Dec 24.8 20.8 16.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Ban Lung are January, February, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid September with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of September 10th.

When can you find snow in Ban Lung? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Ban Lung.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Ban Lung (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0.1
May 4% 0 0.9
Jun 12% 0 3.3
Jul 10% 0 4.3
Aug 11% 0 2.9
Sep 15% 0 2.9
Oct 5% 0 1.7
Nov 3% 0 0.4
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 0 0 0.3
May 4 0 2.3
Jun 12 0 8.4
Jul 10 0 10.9
Aug 11 0 7.4
Sep 15 0 7.4
Oct 5 0 4.3
Nov 3 0 1
Dec 0 0 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Ban Lung has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is March (59.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (85.4%).

Wind in Ban Lung is usually calm. The windiest month is January, followed by December and February. January’s average wind speed of around 6.5 knots (7.5 MPH or 12 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid December where average top sustained speeds reach 9.6 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Ban Lung.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.5 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Feb 5.7 Light breeze 8.3 Gentle breeze
Mar 5.5 Light breeze 8 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.7 Light breeze 7.4 Gentle breeze
May 4.3 Light breeze 7 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.2 Light breeze 7.8 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.5 Light breeze 8.2 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.5 Light breeze 8.2 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.4 Light breeze 6.8 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.5 Light breeze 6.9 Light breeze
Nov 5.7 Light breeze 8.5 Gentle breeze
Dec 6.1 Light breeze 8.9 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 63.2%
Feb 59.6%
Mar 59.3%
Apr 64.6%
May 74.8%
Jun 82%
Jul 84.8%
Aug 85.4%
Sep 84.2%
Oct 78.5%
Nov 72.7%
Dec 67.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Ban Lung?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Cambodia; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 27, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Ban Lung, Cambodia is August, followed by July and November. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Ban Lung in February. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 41.5 in February means 41.5% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Ban Lung Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 85.7°F (29.8°C) and 82.1°F (27.8°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is extremely rare with 0 to 1 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 3 to 4 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Ban Lung, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 79.2°F (26.2°C) and 77.2°F (25.1°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 5 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Ban Lung to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 83.9°F (28.8°C) and 74.9°F (23.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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