The best time to travel to Cambodia and the temples of Angkor Wat

Arabiaweather.com - Ismail Qassemi - In general, Cambodia can be said to be warm (or hot) all year round, with temperatures rarely dropping below 20°C, wherever you go in this country. But how do you choose the best time to travel to Cambodia?

The seasons are divided into a wet season and a dry season. The rainy season is from May to October and is usually characterized by rain in the afternoon. This rarely affects travel plans because the day guarantees several hours of bright sunshine, while the dry season is From November to March it is characterized by hot dry days.

Choosing the best time to visit Cambodia depends on the heat, rain, and the number of visiting tourists, and because most travelers travel there from November to March, you can, on the other hand, avoid that crowds and travel when prices are lower, especially since the best time to visit is from May to early October.

Temperatures in the dry season (November to April) range between 20° and 35°C, humidity remains around 74% in March, and in April and May the humidity is around 85%, and temperatures may reach up to 38°C.

The green season (wet season) from May to October is the best time to see the temples of Angkor, when the sky is clear blue, the ocean is green, and temperatures are between 24°C and 32°C.

If you want to go to Tonle Sap Lake, which is the largest in Southeast Asia , the best time to go is between July and December, but if you are heading to the beach in Cape Town or Sihanoukville, it is better to travel between November and April because there is a lot of sunshine, while the period is from December To June is more suitable for diving enthusiasts because the waters are clearer.