Siem Reap
Angkor Wat temples and ancient Khmer civilization
Best time: Nov-Mar · Typical stay: 3–7 days
Monthly overview
Each month classified using local weather, crowds, and prices.
Seasons
Nov-Mar
22-32°CPeak season, perfect temple weather, sunrise crowds, expensive for Cambodia
Apr-May
28-38°CExtremely hot, empty temples, very cheap, challenging conditions
Jun-Oct
26-34°CAfternoon rains, lush green scenery, empty temples, extremely cheap
Top experiences
- Angkor Wat Sunrise Tour — Iconic temple at dawn
- Angkor Thom & Bayon Temple — Massive walled city and face towers
- Ta Prohm Jungle Temple — Trees growing through ruins
- Tonle Sap Floating Village — Life on the water
- Traditional Apsara Dance Show — Khmer classical dance with dinner
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Guides and tips from the Beevago blog.
Siem Reap in Hot Season: 4-Day Guide (Apr-May)
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Siem Reap Travel Itinerary: 3 to 5 Day Temple Tour Plans
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Angkor Wat Sunrise: Complete Guide to the Perfect Experience
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