UNESCO World Heritage Site in Siem Reap

Angkor Travel Guide

Angkor travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.

☁️ 79°F now🕔 4:58 AM local📅 Best: January, February and December

Summary

Angkor is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Siem Reap. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for the Khmer temple city.

Right now it is 79°F (26°C) in Angkor with overcast. It feels like 86°F. Today runs from 79°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 53%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.2/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Angkor 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 Wat and Grand Palace.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 89°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 Angkor today at 9.2/10. Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

Map of Angkor

Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.

Coordinates: 13°24′45″N 103°52′1.2″E (13.4125, 103.867)

Weather in Angkor right now

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79°F
Overcast · feels like 86°F
Humidity84%
Wind8 mph WSW
Gusts14 mph
UV index0 · Low
Cloud cover100%
Pressure1005 hPa
VisibilityExcellent · 14 mi
Air quality29 · Good
Sunrise5:52 AM
Sunset6:20 PM
Moon🌔 Waxing gibbous · 82%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:59 AM, Aug 24 local time.

Weekend outlook

Saturday, Aug 29

🌦️ 89° / 79°

Light drizzle · 82% rain · wind 15 mph

Sunday, Aug 30

🌦️ 86° / 79°

Light drizzle · 86% rain · wind 13 mph

Quick facts about Angkor

TypeUNESCO World Heritage Site
CitySiem Reap
CountryCambodia
ContinentAsia
Coordinates13°24′45″N 103°52′1.2″E (13.4125, 103.867)
UNESCO inscription1992
Known forthe Khmer temple city
Local time4:59 AM (UTC+07:00)
Best monthsJanuary, February and December
ClimateTropical

Things to do in Angkor

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Angkor.

Best time to visit Angkor

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.

January★★★★★
February★★★★
March★★★★
April★★★★
May★★☆☆☆
June★★★☆☆
July★★☆☆☆
August★★★☆☆
September★★☆☆☆
October★★☆☆☆
November★★★★
December★★★★★

What to pack, what to skip

Pack for the next 7 days
  • 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
Worth avoiding
  • Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 32 mph.
  • If your dates are flexible, avoid May, July and September - historically the least comfortable months here.

Airports near Angkor

Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.

AirportCodeDistanceServes
Suvarnabhumi AirportBKK210 miBangkok

Explore Angkor

Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Angkor?

Angkor is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Siem Reap. Its coordinates are 13.4125, 103.867. It lies in Asia.

What is the weather like in Angkor right now?

It is currently 79°F (26°C) with overcast. Humidity is 84% and wind is 8 mph.

When is the best time to visit Angkor?

January, February and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Angkor, which has a tropical climate. May, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Angkor in?

Angkor observes Asia/Phnom_Penh (UTC+07:00). The local time is 4:59 AM.

What is the nearest airport to Angkor?

The closest airports are Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), 210 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Angkor?

Popular options include Angkor Wat and Grand Palace.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (unesco-sites) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 24, 2026 at 4:59 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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