Banteay Meanchey Province Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia in January.

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Banteay Chhmar Sisophon Poipet Angkor Wat

Are you planning a trip a to Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Banteay Meanchey Province in January

Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia is a region in Cambodia. January in Banteay Meanchey Province generally has very warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) in Banteay Chhmar. 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 Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Banteay Chhmar with an average of 8.9 mm (0.4 in) to low rainfall in Poipet with 13 mm (0.5 in). Going by our weather data, this month in Banteay Chhmar usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Explore Banteay Meanchey Province by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Banteay Meanchey Province — and find the best time to visit. (based on Banteay Chhmar)

January33°C (91°F) February35°C (95°F) March37°C (99°F) April38°C (100°F) May36°C (97°F) June35°C (95°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August33°C (91°F) September33°C (91°F) October33°C (91°F) November33°C (91°F) December32°C (90°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Banteay Meanchey Province in January

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

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 Banteay Meanchey Province

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia?

Temperature range in Banteay Meanchey Province (January)

Precipitation variation in Banteay Meanchey Province (January)

Banteay Chhmar

In January Banteay Chhmar generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
9.8 mm (0.4 in)
8.9 mm (0.4 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
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Sisophon

In January Sisophon generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
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Poipet

In January Poipet generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
281 hours
283 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.9 mm (0.3 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
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Angkor Wat

In January Angkor Wat generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
9.4 mm (0.4 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Banteay Meanchey Province, in Cambodia.

In our records: Cambodia January extremes

Notable January 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 coldest January daytime high in Cambodia was 19°C (66°F) in Phnom Penh on January 13, 2003.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Banteay Meanchey Province in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Banteay Chhmar 33°C (91°F) 21°C (70°F) 8.9 mm (0.4 in)
Sisophon 34°C (93°F) 22°C (72°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Poipet 34°C (93°F) 22°C (72°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Angkor Wat 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 9.4 mm (0.4 in)

Banteay Meanchey Province weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia in January?

Expect tolerable weather across Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia in January. The popular destination of Banteay Chhmar averages 33°C (91°F) by day and 21°C (70°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia in January?

Daytime temperatures in Banteay Chhmar peak at roughly 33°C (91°F) in January, dropping to about 21°C (70°F) overnight.

Does Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Banteay Chhmar averages just 8.9 mm (0.4 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia?

In our opinion, January is a good time to visit Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia with overall perfect weather in Banteay Chhmar. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia is in December with generally pleasant weather in Banteay Chhmar. 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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