Season   Average temperature     Average rainfall   Hot Season March - May 24 - 37oC 70mm Rainy Season June - October 24 - 32oC 193mm Dry Season November - February 22 - 31oC 47mm

Situated 14 degrees north of the equator, Cambodia has a tropical monsoon climate with maximum temperatures averaging 32C all year round and humidity levels maintaining a sticky 80-90%.

Light clothes are recommended and it is worth carrying an umbrella throughout both the hot and rainy seasons. Warmer clothes are advisable during the cooler months, especially at night.

Hot Season - The northeast monsoon brings high temperatures and low rainfall to Cambodia. These months, especially April, can be extremely hot with high humidity.

Rainy Season - The southwest monsoon brings heavy rains - usually during the afternoon and flooded streets are commonplace.

Best time to visit: During the Cool and Dry Season - although daytime temperatures can remain high, nights become much more tolerable with an average temperature of 22C. The air can be rather dusty during this period.