Cambodia

Cambodia Weather in August

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

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Siem Reap Phnom Penh Sihanoukville Kampot

Thinking about venturing to Cambodia this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Cambodia in August

August in Cambodia generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Sen Monorom at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Pursat at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Pursat and 23°C (73°F) in Sen Monorom. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Kampong Speu with an average of 145 mm (5.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Koh Kong with 596 mm (23 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Cambodia in August

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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 August for some of the most popular destinations in Cambodia?

Temperature range in Cambodia (August)

Precipitation variation in Cambodia (August)

Siem Reap

In August Siem Reap generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
286 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Siem Reap →

Phnom Penh

In August Phnom Penh generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
175 hours
129 hours
Monthly rainfall
151 mm (5.9 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
252 mm (9.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Phnom Penh →

Sihanoukville

In August Sihanoukville generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
167 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
583 mm (23 in)
572 mm (23 in)
571 mm (22 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sihanoukville →

Kampot

In August Kampot generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
167 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
281 mm (11 in)
269 mm (11 in)
304 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kampot →

Battambang

In August Battambang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
232 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Battambang →

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Siem Reap 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 196 mm (7.7 in)
Phnom Penh 34°C (93°F) 26°C (79°F) 172 mm (6.8 in)
Sihanoukville 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 572 mm (23 in)
Kampot 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 269 mm (11 in)
Sen Monorom 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 295 mm (12 in)
Banlung 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 402 mm (16 in)

Cambodia weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cambodia in August?

August in Cambodia brings poor weather. In Siem Reap, daytime temperatures are typically around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime lows hover near 26°C (79°F).

What is the average temperature in Cambodia in August?

Daytime temperatures in Siem Reap peak at roughly 33°C (91°F) in August, dropping to about 26°C (79°F) overnight.

Does Cambodia get a lot of rain in August?

Yes. August brings heavy rainfall to Cambodia, with Siem Reap averaging around 196 mm (7.7 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Cambodia?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Siem Reap, August may not be the ideal time to visit Cambodia.

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

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