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Kampot Climate by Month

Kampot maintains a fairly consistent very warm average temperature. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Kampot remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in April, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 30°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around 23°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Kampot is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2023 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, September receives heavy rainfall, averaging 304 mm of precipitation, recorded across 20 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, February brings less rainfall, with 33 mm over 4 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Kampot. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.0 hours, September marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.9 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Sihanoukville, Cambodia (71 KM, 44 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Sihanoukville, Cambodia (71 KM, 44 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Kampot in Cambodia

Kampot has high temperatures year round ranging between 29°C and 32°C.
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February and December.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is the rainy season in Kampot?
    Rainy season in Kampot occurs in the months of May, June, July, August, September and October.
  • Which is the hottest month in Kampot?
    April has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Kampot?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Kampot?
    September tops the wettest month list with 304 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Kampot?
    February is the driest month with 33 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Kampot?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 270 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Kampot

    Thu   Dec 12
    32°C | 25°C
    N 14 km/h
    11 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Fri   Dec 13
    29°C | 25°C
    NE 14 km/h
    5.3 mm
    overcast and thunder

    overcast and thunder

    Sat   Dec 14
    30°C | 25°C
    NE 14 km/h
    2 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain