Best Time to Visit Angkor Wat
Best time to visit Angkor Wat: January, February and December. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Angkor Wat
Go in January, February and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: May, July and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Angkor Wat month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 88° | 68° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 93° | 74° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 94° | 77° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 97° | 80° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 94° | 79° | 10,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 92° | 79° | 7,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 90° | 78° | 12,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 91° | 77° | 7,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 88° | 76° | 16,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 88° | 75° | 10,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 87° | 73° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 87° | 71° | 1,2 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Angkor Wat compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Angkor Wat.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angkor | 0 mi | 82°F | about the same | 76 in |
| Suvarnabhumi Airport | 210 mi | 83°F | about the same | 68 in |
| Thailand | 227 mi | 83°F | +33°F warmer | 63 in |
| Bangkok | 227 mi | 83°F | +33°F warmer | 63 in |
| Grand Palace | 228 mi | 83°F | +33°F warmer | 63 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 37 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid May, July and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Angkor Wat is a tourist attraction in Siem Reap. Angkor Wat is a landmark known for the largest religious monument on Earth.
Right now it is 82°F (28°C) in Angkor Wat with overcast. It feels like 88°F. Today runs from 80°F to 91°F. Chance of precipitation is 75%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.2/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Angkor Wat is January, February and December. The climate is tropical. May, July and September tend to be the least comfortable months. April is the warmest month with average highs near 97°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 68°F.
The closest major airport is Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), about 210 mi away. Nearby highlights include Angkor and Grand Palace.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 91°F is in line with the 91°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Angkor Wat today at 8.6/10. Gusts to 37 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Angkor Wat right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:40 PM, Aug 25 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 90° / 79°
Light drizzle · 86% rain · wind 14 mph
🌦️ 87° / 79°
Light drizzle · 90% rain · wind 15 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Angkor Wat?
Angkor Wat is a tourist attraction in Siem Reap. Its coordinates are 13.4125, 103.867. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Angkor Wat right now?
It is currently 82°F (28°C) with overcast. Humidity is 75% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Angkor Wat?
January, February and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Angkor Wat, which has a tropical climate. May, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Angkor Wat in?
Angkor Wat observes Asia/Phnom_Penh (UTC+07:00). The local time is 1:40 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Angkor Wat?
The closest airports are Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), 210 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Angkor Wat?
Popular options include Angkor and Grand Palace.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 1:40 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
