Geography of Siem Reap
Geography of Siem Reap: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Siem Reap
Suvarnabhumi Airport is 209 mi to the west, Thailand is 226 mi to the west, Bangkok is 226 mi to the west and Grand Palace is 227 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 13°22′1.6″N 103°50′41.3″E (13.3671, 103.8448)
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Summary
Siem Reap is a city in Cambodia. Siem Reap is known for Base for Angkor Wat. It has a population of about 245.000.
Right now it is 83°F (28°C) in Siem Reap with overcast. It feels like 91°F. Today runs from 79°F to 90°F. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.1/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Siem Reap 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 209 mi away. Nearby highlights include Angkor Wat, Angkor and Grand Palace.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 90°F is in line with the 91°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Siem Reap today at 8.6/10. Gusts to 31 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.
Climate in Siem Reap 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 | 87° | 68° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 92° | 74° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 93° | 76° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 97° | 80° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 93° | 79° | 8,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 92° | 79° | 7,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 90° | 78° | 10,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 91° | 77° | 6,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 88° | 76° | 14,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 88° | 75° | 10,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 87° | 73° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 87° | 71° | 1,2 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Siem Reap?
Siem Reap is a city in Cambodia. Its coordinates are 13.3671, 103.8448. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Siem Reap right now?
It is currently 83°F (28°C) with overcast. Humidity is 78% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Siem Reap?
January, February and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Siem Reap, which has a tropical climate. May, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Siem Reap in?
Siem Reap observes Asia/Phnom_Penh (UTC+07:00). The local time is 6:26 PM.
How many people live in Siem Reap?
Siem Reap has a population of approximately 245.000.
What is the nearest airport to Siem Reap?
The closest airports are Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), 209 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Siem Reap?
Popular options include Angkor Wat, Angkor and Grand Palace.
What places are in Siem Reap?
Siem Reap covers 2 places in this atlas, including Angkor Wat and Angkor.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 23, 2026 at 6:26 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
