City, Cambodia
Battambang weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Battambang
Nov–Feb is dry and coolest. Mar–May is very hot; Jun–Oct is wet, with flooded roads but green rice fields and fewer visitors.
Battambang weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan32°21 mm
- Feb35°27 mm
- Mar36°67 mm
- Apr35°98 mm
- May33°193 mm
- Jun31°273 mm
- Jul30°303 mm
- Aug30°279 mm
- Sep30°309 mm
- Oct30°189 mm
- Nov30°52 mm
- Dec31°10 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C90°F | 20°C68°F | 21 mm | 64% | Pleasant |
| February | 35°C95°F | 22°C72°F | 27 mm | 61% | Hot |
| March | 36°C96°F | 24°C75°F | 67 mm | 64% | Hot |
| April | 35°C95°F | 25°C77°F | 98 mm | 69% | Hot |
| May | 33°C91°F | 25°C77°F | 193 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| June | 31°C87°F | 24°C76°F | 273 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| July | 30°C86°F | 24°C75°F | 303 mm | 88% | Very wet |
| August | 30°C85°F | 24°C75°F | 279 mm | 89% | Rainy |
| September | 30°C85°F | 24°C75°F | 309 mm | 89% | Very wet |
| October | 30°C86°F | 23°C74°F | 189 mm | 87% | Rainy |
| November | 30°C86°F | 22°C71°F | 52 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| December | 31°C87°F | 20°C68°F | 10 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
Best months across Cambodia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Siem Reap | Nov–Feb | Mar (36°C) |
| Phnom Penh | Nov–Feb | Mar (37°C) |
| Koh Rong | Nov–Mar | May (30°C) |
| Kampot | Nov–Feb | Mar (33°C) |
| Sihanoukville | Nov–Feb | Apr (31°C) |
| Koh Rong Samloem | Nov–Mar | May (30°C) |
| Battambang | Nov–Feb | Mar (36°C) |
| Kep | Nov–Feb | Mar (33°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Battambang?
Nov–Feb. Nov–Feb is dry and coolest. Mar–May is very hot; Jun–Oct is wet, with flooded roads but green rice fields and fewer visitors.
When is the rainy season in Battambang?
Rain peaks in September with about 309 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Oct.
What is the hottest month in Battambang?
March, with average highs of 36°C (96°F).
How cold does Battambang get?
The coolest nights are in December, averaging 20°C (68°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Cambodia Ministry of Tourism
- Phare Ponleu Selpak
- Giant Ibis Transport
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.