Cambodia weather in March
What is the weather like in Cambodia in March?
The weather conditions in Cambodia in March vary from poor to perfect depending on the destination.
During March in Cambodia the average maximum daytime temperatures are very high and range from 31°C (88°F) in Sen Monorom to 36°C (97°F) in Banteay Chhmar. Minimum nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (74°F) in Banteay Chhmar and 15°C (58°F) in Sen Monorom. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.
Precipitation in March varies from low in Bavet with an average of 16mm (0.6 inches) of rainfall to high in Koh Kong with 98mm (3.8 inches).
Where to go in Cambodia in March





Popular destinations in Cambodia
What is the weather like in March for the 5 most popular destinations in Cambodia?
Average weather in Siem Reap
In March Siem Reap generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (96°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Average weather in Phnom Penh
In March Phnom Penh generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (94°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Average weather in Sihanoukville
In March Sihanoukville generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (74°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Average weather in Kampot
In March Kampot generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (92°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Average weather in Battambang
In March Battambang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (96°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is March the best time to go to Cambodia?
In our opinion March 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 March, April, June, July, August and September that can have poor weather conditions.
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