Cambodia's Angkor complex spreads 400 sq km of temple ruins around Siem Reap with Angkor Wat, Bayon's faces, and Ta Prohm's tree-strangled walls, plus the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek outside Phnom Penh.
Highlights
Angkor
Phnom Penh
Kampot
Koh Rong
When to Visit
Nov-Feb
Cool dry season with Angkor sunrise at Wat at peak photographic conditions, Phnom Penh walking comfortable, and Water Festival in early November.
Mar-May
Hot dry season hits 38°C and Angkor walking punishing by 10am, but Khmer New Year mid-April fills temples with offerings and brings water-fight street celebrations.
Jun-Oct
Wet season with afternoon storms, Tonle Sap lake at peak level expanding floating villages, and Angkor temples photogenic in the green monsoon light.
Sep-Oct
Pchum Ben fortnight in late September-October brings family ancestor offerings to pagodas across the country, the country's most observed religious period.
Best time to travel — world map
Explore the best months to travel around the world based on weather, temperature, and travel conditions.
Best time to visit Europe
Explore the best months to travel across Europe based on weather, temperature, and travel conditions.
Best time to visit Asia
Discover when to travel across Asia, from Southeast Asia to East Asia, based on climate and weather patterns.
Best time to visit Italy
Plan your trip to Italy with monthly insights on temperature, rainfall, and travel conditions.
