Cambodia weather in August
What is the weather like in Cambodia in August?
The weather conditions in Cambodia in August range from poor to tolerable depending on the destination.
During August in Cambodia the average maximum daytime temperatures are very high and range from 30°C (86°F) in Stung Treng to 33°C (91°F) in Phnom Penh. Minimum nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (76°F) in Phnom Penh and 23°C (73°F) in Stung Treng. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.
Precipitation in August ranges from heavy in Battambang with an average of 168mm (6.6inch) rainfall to heavy in Sihanoukville with 379mm (15inch).
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Popular destinations in Cambodia
What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Cambodia?
Average weather in Siem Reap
In August Siem Reap generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Phnom Penh
In August Phnom Penh generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (76°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Sihanoukville
In August Sihanoukville generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (87°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Kampot
In August Kampot generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (87°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Battambang
In August Battambang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is August the best time to go to Cambodia?
In our opinion August is not the best time to visit Cambodia with commonly poor weather in Siem Reap.
On average the best time to visit Cambodia is in January and December with generally perfect weather in Siem Reap.
The worst months are April, May, June, August and September that can have poor weather conditions.
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