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Kep weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Kep
Nov–Feb is dry and coolest. Mar–May is very hot; Jun–Oct is wet and rough, with some places closed and fewer boats to Rabbit Island.
Kep weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan31°23 mm
- Feb33°18 mm
- Mar33°53 mm
- Apr33°104 mm
- May31°197 mm
- Jun30°298 mm
- Jul29°323 mm
- Aug29°276 mm
- Sep29°330 mm
- Oct29°218 mm
- Nov29°112 mm
- Dec30°44 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C87°F | 23°C74°F | 23 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| February | 33°C91°F | 24°C75°F | 18 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| March | 33°C92°F | 25°C78°F | 53 mm | 68% | Hot |
| April | 33°C91°F | 26°C80°F | 104 mm | 72% | Hot |
| May | 31°C88°F | 27°C80°F | 197 mm | 80% | Rainy |
| June | 30°C85°F | 26°C79°F | 298 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| July | 29°C84°F | 26°C79°F | 323 mm | 87% | Very wet |
| August | 29°C84°F | 26°C78°F | 276 mm | 88% | Rainy |
| September | 29°C84°F | 26°C78°F | 330 mm | 88% | Very wet |
| October | 29°C84°F | 25°C78°F | 218 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| November | 29°C85°F | 25°C76°F | 112 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| December | 30°C85°F | 23°C74°F | 44 mm | 78% | 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 Kep?
Nov–Feb. Nov–Feb is dry and coolest. Mar–May is very hot; Jun–Oct is wet and rough, with some places closed and fewer boats to Rabbit Island.
When is the rainy season in Kep?
Rain peaks in September with about 330 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Oct.
What is the hottest month in Kep?
March, with average highs of 33°C (92°F).
How cold does Kep get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 23°C (74°F).
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Sources
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 Spotted something out of date?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.