Sihanoukville Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Sihanoukville’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Cambodia.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The temperature in Sihanoukville remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in April to a comfortable 29°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 25°C in January.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Sihanoukville by month:
Typically, the coolest time of day is between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest time occurs around 3 PM, when the sun’s heating effect is strongest. April, the city’s warmest month, experiences 250 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 39 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 5 days. It records 270 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Cambodia Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Cambodia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
very warm
warm
pleasant
moderate
cold
very cold
Sihanoukville Temperatures Compared World Wide
Sihanoukville’s average annual maximum temperature is 30°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.
Glasgow, Scotland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 13°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Chicago, USA, has a significant seasonal range, with an average annual temperature of 15°C.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Sihanoukville’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Sihanoukville climate page.
Current temperature in Sihanoukville
4 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain
4 m/s
almost clear and no rain
4 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain
