Sihanoukville weather in August (Preah Sihanouk Province, Cambodia)

What weather conditions can you expect in Sihanoukville this August? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, August in Sihanoukville includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 30°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 26°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.

Precipitation

Sihanoukville in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 572 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 21 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 167 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Sihanoukville. January, February, March and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sihanoukville climate page with graphs.

 

Sihanoukville, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 572 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Sunshine 167 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Cambodia in August

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

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