Siem Reap month by month

The best time to visit Siem Reap

For most travellers, the sweet spot in Siem Reap is January · February · December: 31° avg. high, premium prices. Peak season brings the biggest crowds of the year, while the quiet months trade weather for space and value.

Climate through the year

Month	Temp	Crowds	Price	Verdict
January	31° / 19°	High	$$$	Ideal
February	33° / 21°	High	$$$	Ideal
March	35° / 23°	Moderate	$$	Great
April	36° / 24°	Moderate	$$	Avoid
May	35° / 24°	Low	$	Fair
June	33° / 24°	Low	$	Fair
July	32° / 24°	Low	$	Fair
August	32° / 24°	Low	$	Fair
September	31° / 24°	Low	$	Avoid
October	30° / 23°	Low	$	Fair
November	30° / 21°	Moderate	$$	Great
December	30° / 19°	High	$$$	Ideal

Best months January February December November

Months to avoid April September

The year in Siem Reap

Four broad seasons, and what each one actually feels like on the ground in Siem Reap.

Spring Great

Mar–May · highs around 35°C · Warming fast though temples stay pleasant early

Mar ·Apr ·May

Summer Fair

Jun–Aug · highs around 32°C · Afternoon storms bring lush green to Angkor

Jun ·Jul ·Aug

Autumn Great

Sep–Nov · highs around 30°C · Cool, dry air returns for peak season

Sep ·Oct ·Nov

Winter Ideal

Dec–Feb · highs around 31°C · Driest, coolest month draws the biggest crowds

Dec ·Jan ·Feb

When to go, depending on what you want

Best weather

The months where climate comfort peaks, whatever else is happening.

February ·January

Best value

Still a good trip, at the lowest prices of the year.

June ·July

Fewest crowds

When you get the main sights closest to yourself.

June ·May

Biggest events

When the calendar gives you something the other months do not.

March ·September ·April

Practical basics

Region: Asia
Local currency: USD
Hemisphere: Northern (summer in Jun–Aug)
Yearly range: 19° – 36°
Strongest months: January, February, December
Good for: culture · adventure · food

Events in Siem Reap

Mar–Sep Angkor Wat Equinox Sunrise — The sun rises directly behind Angkor Wat's central tower on the spring and autumn equinoxes.
Apr Khmer New Year — Water fights, sand mounds, and traditional games mark three days of new year celebrations.
Sep–Oct Pchum Ben — Families offer food to deceased ancestors at pagodas during this fifteen-day ancestor festival.
Nov Bon Om Touk (Water Festival) — Long-boat crews race down the Tonle Sap as the river's flow reverses with the receding flood.

Every month in Siem Reap

A dedicated breakdown for each month — weather, crowds, prices, events and a verdict.

Siem Reap in January 31° · $$$ Ideal Siem Reap in February 33° · $$$ Ideal Siem Reap in March 35° · $$ Great Siem Reap in April 36° · $$ Avoid Siem Reap in May 35° · $ Fair Siem Reap in June 33° · $ Fair Siem Reap in July 32° · $ Fair Siem Reap in August 32° · $ Fair Siem Reap in September 31° · $ Avoid Siem Reap in October 30° · $ Fair Siem Reap in November 30° · $$ Great Siem Reap in December 30° · $$$ Ideal

Frequently asked questions

What is the best month to visit Siem Reap?

What is the cheapest time to visit Siem Reap?

June — This month counts as low season: some of the best deals of the year. Save 64%.

When should you avoid Siem Reap?

April, September.

What is the weather like in Siem Reap?

Average highs sit around 36°C with lows near 19°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.

Things to do in Siem Reap