Cambodia

Cambodia Weather in March

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

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Siem Reap Phnom Penh Sihanoukville Kampot

Considering a trip to Cambodia this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Cambodia in March

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

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Koh Rong Island at 30°C (86°F) to very hot in Sisophon at 38°C (100°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Sisophon and 27°C (81°F) in Koh Rong Island. 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 March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bavet with an average of 36 mm (1.4 in) to high rainfall in Tatai with 143 mm (5.6 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Cambodia in March

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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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Cambodia?

Temperature range in Cambodia (March)

Precipitation variation in Cambodia (March)

Siem Reap

In March Siem Reap generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
36°C (97°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
4 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Siem Reap →

Phnom Penh

In March Phnom Penh generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
37°C (99°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
270 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
4 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Phnom Penh →

Sihanoukville

In March Sihanoukville generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
262 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Sihanoukville →

Kampot

In March Kampot generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
262 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Kampot →

Battambang

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

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
38°C (100°F)
38°C (100°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
4 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Battambang →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Siem Reap 36°C (97°F) 26°C (79°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Phnom Penh 37°C (99°F) 26°C (79°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Sihanoukville 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Kampot 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Sen Monorom 34°C (93°F) 22°C (72°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Banlung 38°C (100°F) 25°C (77°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)

Cambodia weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cambodia in March?

In March, Cambodia generally has poor weather conditions. Siem Reap sees daytime temperatures near 36°C (97°F), with nights cooling to roughly 26°C (79°F).

What is the average temperature in Cambodia in March?

Average temperatures in Cambodia during March range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 36°C (97°F) in Siem Reap.

Does Cambodia get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Cambodia during March, with Siem Reap averaging close to 58 mm (2.3 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Cambodia?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Cambodia with often poor weather in Siem Reap.

On average, the best time to visit Cambodia is in December with generally 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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