Best Time to Visit Phnom Tbeng Meanchey, Preah Vihear, Cambodia
Phnom Tbeng Meanchey is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Phnom Tbeng Meanchey for sunny, dry weather is December–March — 4 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 24.6°C / 76.3°F in December to 30°C / 86°F in April, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in (January) to 364 mm / 14.3 in (September). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Phnom Tbeng Meanchey, Preah Vihear, Cambodia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Phnom Tbeng Meanchey'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 | 24.7°C76.5°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| February | 27.2°C81°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| March | 29.2°C84.6°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 24.6°C76.3°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Phnom Tbeng Meanchey?
The best time to visit Phnom Tbeng Meanchey for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is April averaging 30°C / 86°F, and the driest is January with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Phnom Tbeng Meanchey's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Phnom Tbeng Meanchey?
The rainy season at Phnom Tbeng Meanchey, Preah Vihear runs through June–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 170 mm / 6.7 in. The wettest single month is September (364 mm / 14.3 in).
What is the driest month in Phnom Tbeng Meanchey?
The driest month in Phnom Tbeng Meanchey is January, averaging about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 24.7°C / 76.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Phnom Tbeng Meanchey?
The least comfortable months for travel to Phnom Tbeng Meanchey — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, July, August, September, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 364 mm / 14.3 in in September, and the coldest month averages 24.6°C / 76.3°F.
Is Phnom Tbeng Meanchey climate different from Cambodia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Phnom Tbeng Meanchey 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 Phnom Tbeng Meanchey specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.