When is the best time to visit Angkor
Each season has its charm — here's how to choose yours
Choosing the best time to visit Angkor and Siem Reap depends above all on what you're after — blue skies and dry heat, or vivid green landscapes and quieter temples
Cambodia has two main seasons, the dry season and the rainy season, and each has its advantages
This page gives you the key markers to choose your moment well, without going into month-by-month detail
And our detailed month-by-month advice is gathered in The Ultimate Guide, free with every direct booking
The two seasons
The dry season
roughly November to April
- Generally clear skies and little rain · the coolest nights in December-January, then heat that builds until April, the hottest month
- This is the peak tourist season: more people at the sites, higher prices, and it's best to book early
- December and January are the most pleasant and most sought-after months
The rainy season
roughly May to October
- Showers are often short, one to two hours, usually in the afternoon or evening — the rest of the time stays manageable
- Lush nature, vivid green rice fields and beautiful light for photos
- Far less crowded sites and gentler prices · ideal for anyone wanting to avoid the crowds
When to come, depending on what you want
- For the most comfortable climate → the start of the dry season, when the nights are coolest
- To avoid the crowds and enjoy gentle prices → the green season, under generous nature
- For the sunrise and the finest photos → our precise time slots are in the guide
- Whatever happens, your oasis awaits: the pool for the heat, the cool and the calm to rest between two visits
Book early for peace of mind
In high season, the good rooms and the English-speaking or French-speaking guides go quickly · booking your stay in advance ensures you the choice and the peace of mind
Go further
Visiting Angkor Wat
Ticket, sunrise and the best time slots to see the flagship temple in peace
Read the guide →The temples of Angkor
Beyond Angkor Wat — the Bayon, Ta Prohm and the cities of the Grand Circuit
Discover →Book your tour
Our Angkor tours with an English-speaking or French-speaking guide, by tuk-tuk or car
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