Best Time to Visit Koh Kong, Koh Kong, Cambodia
Koh Kong is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Koh Kong for sunny, dry weather is December–January — 2 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 26.4°C / 79.5°F in January to 29.3°C / 84.7°F in April, with rainfall from 15 mm / 0.6 in (January) to 873 mm / 34.4 in (July). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Koh Kong, Koh Kong, Cambodia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Koh Kong'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 | 26.4°C79.5°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 26.5°C79.7°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Koh Kong?
The best time to visit Koh Kong for sunny, dry weather is January, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is April averaging 29.3°C / 84.7°F, and the driest is January with about 15 mm / 0.6 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Koh Kong's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Koh Kong?
The rainy season at Koh Kong, Koh Kong runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 296 mm / 11.7 in. The wettest single month is July (873 mm / 34.4 in).
What is the driest month in Koh Kong?
The driest month in Koh Kong is January, averaging about 15 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 26.4°C / 79.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Koh Kong?
The least comfortable months for travel to Koh Kong — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, June, July, August, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 873 mm / 34.4 in in July, and the coldest month averages 26.4°C / 79.5°F.
Is Koh Kong climate different from Cambodia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Koh Kong 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 Koh Kong specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.