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Angkor Wat weather in January (Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia)

How is January weather typically in Angkor Wat? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The weather in Angkor Wat is usually perfect in January, characterized by very high temperatures and low rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 33°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 22°C. Although these are average temperatures, some days can be hotter. Wear cool, breathable clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Angkor Wat in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 9.4 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. This month experiences about a single day of rain according to historical data.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the better months to visit Angkor Wat. January and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, March, April, May, August, September and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Angkor Wat climate page with graphs.

 

Angkor Wat, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 3%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 9.4 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days a single day  
HumidityHumidity 59% *  
Data from: Siem Reap, Cambodia (5 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in Cambodia in January

Find out more about the weather in Cambodia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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