Phnom Penh Municipality Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Phnom Penh Municipality, Cambodia in April.

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Phnom Penh Phumĭ Bayab Phumĭ Chrey Kaông Stœ̆ng Méan Chey

Are you planning a trip a to Phnom Penh Municipality, Cambodia in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Phnom Penh Municipality in April

Phnom Penh Municipality, Cambodia is a region in Cambodia. April in Phnom Penh Municipality generally has very hot temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very hot maximum daytime temperatures of around 37°C (99°F) and nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) in Phnom Penh. In Phnom Penh Municipality, Cambodia, April typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

For a closer look at conditions across Phnom Penh Municipality, Cambodia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

April is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 94 mm (3.7 in) in Phnom Penh.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Phnom Penh enjoys approximately 241 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Phnom Penh Municipality by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Phnom Penh Municipality — and find the best time to visit. (based on Phnom Penh)

January34°C (93°F) February35°C (95°F) March37°C (99°F) April37°C (99°F) May36°C (97°F) June35°C (95°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August34°C (93°F) September33°C (91°F) October33°C (91°F) November33°C (91°F) December33°C (91°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Phnom Penh Municipality in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Phnom Penh Municipality.

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 Phnom Penh Municipality

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Phnom Penh Municipality, Cambodia?

Temperature range in Phnom Penh Municipality (April)

Precipitation variation in Phnom Penh Municipality (April)

Phnom Penh

In April Phnom Penh generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
37°C (99°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
241 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Phumĭ Bayab

In April Phumĭ Bayab generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
37°C (99°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
241 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
7 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Phumĭ Chrey Kaông

In April Phumĭ Chrey Kaông generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
37°C (99°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
241 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Stœ̆ng Méan Chey

In April Stœ̆ng Méan Chey generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
37°C (99°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
241 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
7 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Phnom Penh Municipality, in Cambodia.

In our records: Cambodia April extremes

Notable April 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 warmest April day in Cambodia reached 43°C (109°F) in Battambang on April 27, 2024.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Phnom Penh Municipality in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Phnom Penh 37°C (99°F) 27°C (81°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Phumĭ Bayab 37°C (99°F) 27°C (81°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Phumĭ Chrey Kaông 37°C (99°F) 27°C (81°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Stœ̆ng Méan Chey 37°C (99°F) 27°C (81°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)

Phnom Penh Municipality weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Phnom Penh Municipality, Cambodia in April?

Expect poor weather across Phnom Penh Municipality, Cambodia in April. The popular destination of Phnom Penh averages 37°C (99°F) by day and 27°C (81°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Phnom Penh Municipality, Cambodia in April?

Phnom Penh averages a daytime maximum of 37°C (99°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 27°C (81°F).

Does Phnom Penh Municipality, Cambodia get a lot of rain in April?

Not particularly. Phnom Penh averages just 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain in April, making it a mostly dry month for Phnom Penh Municipality, Cambodia.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Phnom Penh Municipality, Cambodia?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to Phnom Penh Municipality, Cambodia with often poor weather in Phnom Penh.

Generally speaking, December provides tolerable weather in Phnom Penh. The weather in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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