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Cambodia Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Cambodia in April.

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Planning a journey to Cambodia this April and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Cambodia in April

April in Cambodia generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very warm in Koh Rong Island at 30°C (86°F) to very hot in Banteay Chhmar at 38°C (100°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Banteay Chhmar and 27°C (81°F) in Koh Rong Island. In Cambodia, April typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

To explore the conditions in Cambodia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Banteay Chhmar with an average of 84 mm (3.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Phumĭ Trâpeăng Rung with 211 mm (8.3 in).

Explore Cambodia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Cambodia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Siem Reap)

January33°C (91°F) February34°C (93°F) March36°C (97°F) April36°C (97°F) May35°C (95°F) June34°C (93°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August33°C (91°F) September33°C (91°F) October32°C (90°F) November32°C (90°F) December32°C (90°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Cambodia in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Cambodia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Cambodia

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Cambodia?

Temperature range in Cambodia (April)

Precipitation variation in Cambodia (April)

Siem Reap

In April Siem Reap generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
36°C (97°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Siem Reap →

Phnom Penh

In April Phnom Penh generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
37°C (99°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
241 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Phnom Penh →

Sihanoukville

In April Sihanoukville generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
250 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
387 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Sihanoukville →

Kampot

In April Kampot generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
250 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
128 mm (5 in)
222 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Kampot →

Battambang

In April Battambang generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 38°C (100°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
38°C (100°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
101 mm (4 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
8 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Battambang →

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In our records: Cambodia April extremes

Notable April records observed across cities in Cambodia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest April day in Cambodia reached 43°C (109°F) in Battambang on April 27, 2024.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Cambodia in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Siem Reap 36°C (97°F) 27°C (81°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Phnom Penh 37°C (99°F) 27°C (81°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Sihanoukville 31°C (88°F) 27°C (81°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Kampot 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Sen Monorom 33°C (91°F) 23°C (73°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Banlung 37°C (99°F) 26°C (79°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)

Cambodia weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cambodia in April?

In April, Cambodia generally has poor weather conditions. Siem Reap sees daytime temperatures near 36°C (97°F), with nights cooling to roughly 27°C (81°F).

What is the average temperature in Cambodia in April?

Average temperatures in Cambodia during April range from a nighttime low near 27°C (81°F) to a daytime high around 36°C (97°F) in Siem Reap.

Does Cambodia get a lot of rain in April?

Siem Reap typically receives notable rainfall in April, about 107 mm (4.2 in) on average across Cambodia.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Cambodia?

In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit Cambodia due to the typically poor weather in Siem Reap.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in December offering mostly pleasant weather in Siem Reap. The weather in February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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We have much more information about the climate in Cambodia.

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