Banteay Meanchey Province Weather in May

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

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Banteay Chhmar Sisophon Poipet Angkor Wat

Planning a trip to Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Banteay Meanchey Province in May

Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia is a region in Cambodia. May in Banteay Meanchey Province generally has very hot temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect very hot maximum daytime temperatures of around 36°C (97°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Banteay Chhmar. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For a closer look at conditions across Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Banteay Chhmar with an average of 147 mm (5.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Angkor Wat with 170 mm (6.7 in).

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 May

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 May for some of the most popular destinations in Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia?

Temperature range in Banteay Meanchey Province (May)

Precipitation variation in Banteay Meanchey Province (May)

Banteay Chhmar

In May Banteay Chhmar generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
36°C (97°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Banteay Chhmar →

Sisophon

In May Sisophon generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
36°C (97°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
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Poipet

In May Poipet generally has extremely 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 less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
203 hours
154 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
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Angkor Wat

In May Angkor Wat generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Banteay Meanchey Province, in Cambodia.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Banteay Chhmar 36°C (97°F) 26°C (79°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)
Sisophon 36°C (97°F) 27°C (81°F) 155 mm (6.1 in)
Poipet 35°C (95°F) 26°C (79°F) 156 mm (6.1 in)
Angkor Wat 35°C (95°F) 27°C (81°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)

Banteay Meanchey Province weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect less favorable weather across Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia in May. The popular destination of Banteay Chhmar averages 36°C (97°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

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

Banteay Chhmar averages a daytime maximum of 36°C (97°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 26°C (79°F).

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

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia. Average rainfall in Banteay Chhmar sits around 147 mm (5.8 in).

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

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Banteay Chhmar, May may not be the ideal time to visit Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia.

Generally speaking, December provides very good weather in Banteay Chhmar. The weather in February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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