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

What can you expect from the weather in Phnom Penh during February? This guide provides all the details you need.

In February, Phnom Penh generally has very high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 35°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 24°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Phnom Penh in February usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 12 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. Typically around 2 days of rainfall is expected.

With around 225 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures December generally stands out with the best circumstances. While March, April, May, June, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Phnom Penh, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 35°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 5%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 12 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  
HumidityHumidity 71%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 225 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Cambodia in February

Find out more about the weather in Cambodia in February 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 February?

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 February.

Swimming
10/10
Camping
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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