Phnom Penh weather in December (Phnom Penh Municipality, Cambodia)

How is the weather in Phnom Penh in December? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Phnom Penh the weather in December is generally perfect, with very high temperatures and low rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 33°C, while nights can cool down to about 23°C. This month usually represents the year's cooler end of the spectrum. However, it still remains warm.

Phnom Penh in December usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 29 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 4 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 244 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, December is one of the better months to visit Phnom Penh. December typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, March, April, May, June, 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 Phnom Penh climate page with graphs.

 

Phnom Penh, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 14%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 29 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 73%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 244 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Cambodia in December

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

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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 Phnom Penh in December?

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 in December.

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

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Phnom Penh.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Cambodia? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Cambodia. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.