The best times to visit Sihanoukville for ideal weather are
December 17th to March 4th
based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.
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Weather in Sihanoukville
Temperature
Average temperatures in Sihanoukville vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a chance of rain throughout most of the year. The area is far less temperate than some — in the 7th 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 Sihanoukville, the hottest months are May, April, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late May where highs are regularly around 90.6°F (32.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 79.9°F (26.6°C) at night.
Sihanoukville Temperatures (Fahrenheit)
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Sihanoukville 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.
Sihanoukville Perceived Temperature (F)
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Sihanoukville Perceived Temperature (C)
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Average Sihanoukville 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) |
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Jan | 87.1 | 79.9 | 73.9 |
Feb | 88.2 | 80.6 | 74.5 |
Mar | 89.7 | 82.8 | 76.9 |
Apr | 90.4 | 83.9 | 78.1 |
May | 89.9 | 84.4 | 78.8 |
Jun | 88.1 | 83.2 | 78.5 |
Jul | 86.8 | 82.3 | 77.8 |
Aug | 86.8 | 82.4 | 78.1 |
Sep | 85.8 | 81.5 | 77.5 |
Oct | 87.1 | 81.4 | 76.7 |
Nov | 88.1 | 81.8 | 76.7 |
Dec | 87.4 | 80.8 | 75.2 |
Show Celsius
Month | Avg. High (°C) | Avg. Mean (°C) | Avg. Low (°C) |
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Jan | 30.6 | 26.6 | 23.3 |
Feb | 31.2 | 27 | 23.6 |
Mar | 32.1 | 28.2 | 24.9 |
Apr | 32.4 | 28.8 | 25.6 |
May | 32.2 | 29.1 | 26 |
Jun | 31.2 | 28.4 | 25.8 |
Jul | 30.4 | 27.9 | 25.4 |
Aug | 30.4 | 28 | 25.6 |
Sep | 29.9 | 27.5 | 25.3 |
Oct | 30.6 | 27.4 | 24.8 |
Nov | 31.2 | 27.7 | 24.8 |
Dec | 30.8 | 27.1 | 24 |
Precipitation (Rain or Snow)
If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Sihanoukville are January, February, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late January and early February. For example, on the week of January 29th 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 5 days of significant precipitation the week of September 10th.
When can you find snow in Sihanoukville? 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 Sihanoukville.
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Snow on the Ground
The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Sihanoukville (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) |
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Jan | 4% | 0 | 0.4 |
Feb | 6% | 0 | 0.8 |
Mar | 21% | 0 | 4.1 |
Apr | 28% | 0 | 6.3 |
May | 40% | 0 | 9 |
Jun | 48% | 0 | 13.4 |
Jul | 55% | 0 | 16 |
Aug | 51% | 0 | 12.2 |
Sep | 63% | 0 | 21.4 |
Oct | 48% | 0 | 11.8 |
Nov | 34% | 0 | 6 |
Dec | 12% | 0 | 2.7 |
Show Centimeters
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (cm) | Total Precipitation (cm) |
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Jan | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Feb | 6 | 0 | 2 |
Mar | 21 | 0 | 10.4 |
Apr | 28 | 0 | 16 |
May | 40 | 0 | 22.9 |
Jun | 48 | 0 | 34 |
Jul | 55 | 0 | 40.6 |
Aug | 51 | 0 | 31 |
Sep | 63 | 0 | 54.4 |
Oct | 48 | 0 | 30 |
Nov | 34 | 0 | 15.2 |
Dec | 12 | 0 | 6.9 |
Humidity and Wind
Sihanoukville has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is January (64.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (82.5%).
Wind in Sihanoukville is usually calm. The windiest month is July, followed by August and September. July’s average wind speed of around 8.7 knots (10 MPH or 16.1 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid July where average top sustained speeds reach 15.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.
Relative Humidity (%)
The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Sihanoukville.
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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 | 5 | Light breeze | 9.6 | Gentle breeze |
Feb | 4.1 | Light breeze | 8.2 | Gentle breeze |
Mar | 4.5 | Light breeze | 8.4 | Gentle breeze |
Apr | 4.8 | Light breeze | 8.8 | Gentle breeze |
May | 6.7 | Light breeze | 11.4 | Gentle breeze |
Jun | 7.9 | Gentle breeze | 13.6 | Significant breeze |
Jul | 8.7 | Gentle breeze | 14.5 | Gentle breeze |
Aug | 8.5 | Gentle breeze | 13.7 | Significant breeze |
Sep | 8.4 | Gentle breeze | 13.9 | Gentle breeze |
Oct | 5.1 | Light breeze | 10.1 | Gentle breeze |
Nov | 4.9 | Light breeze | 9.5 | Gentle breeze |
Dec | 5.5 | Light breeze | 10.1 | Gentle breeze |
Show Relative Humidity by Month
Month | Avg. Relative Humidity |
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Jan | 64.7% |
Feb | 69.2% |
Mar | 69.8% |
Apr | 73.5% |
May | 75.9% |
Jun | 79.5% |
Jul | 79.7% |
Aug | 79.9% |
Sep | 82.5% |
Oct | 80% |
Nov | 73% |
Dec | 65.4% |
Is it Safe to Travel to Sihanoukville?
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 Sihanoukville, Cambodia is January, followed by July and May. 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 Sihanoukville in August. 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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Overall Sihanoukville Travel Experience by Season
Spring (March through May)
Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 90.6°F (32.6°C) and 89°F (31.7°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 12 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 quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 14 to 17 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Sihanoukville, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.
Fall (September through November)
Fall daily highs range from 88.5°F (31.4°C) and 85.3°F (29.6°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a great amount: 10 to 19 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 Sihanoukville to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 89°F (31.7°C) and 86.5°F (30.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 4 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.
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