Best Time to Visit Kampong Thom, Kampong Thom, Cambodia
Kampong Thom is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Kampong Thom for sunny, dry weather is December–February — 3 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through November–May; the wetter half falls in June–October. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 25.3°C / 77.5°F in January to 30.1°C / 86.2°F in April, with rainfall from 3 mm / 0.1 in (January) to 319 mm / 12.6 in (September). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Kampong Thom, Kampong Thom, Cambodia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Kampong Thom's climate is broadly tropical. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.3°C77.5°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| February | 27.1°C80.8°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 25.3°C77.5°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kampong Thom?
The best time to visit Kampong Thom for sunny, dry weather is January, February, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is April averaging 30.1°C / 86.2°F, and the driest is January with about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Kampong Thom's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Kampong Thom?
The rainy season at Kampong Thom, Kampong Thom runs through June–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 180 mm / 7.1 in. The wettest single month is September (319 mm / 12.6 in).
What is the driest month in Kampong Thom?
The driest month in Kampong Thom is January, averaging about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 25.3°C / 77.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Kampong Thom?
The least comfortable months for travel to Kampong Thom — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, June, July, September, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 319 mm / 12.6 in in September, and the coldest month averages 25.3°C / 77.5°F.
Is Kampong Thom climate different from Cambodia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Kampong Thom figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Cambodia figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Kampong Thom specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.