Phnom Penh · SummerMonth summary
Phnom Penh weather in July
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
25°C – 32°C
🌧 Rainy days
80% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.7h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Summer
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
January (8.1/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Phnom Penh in July?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Phnom Penh in July is possible but January offers a score of 8.1/10 vs 6.0.
By trip type
Phnom Penh in July by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in July
🎯 Open terraces and outdoor markets — best season for al fresco dining In the height of summer, Phnom Penh sees high temperatures (32°C). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. With 80% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. January (8.1/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ January | 23°C | 32°C | 12% | 0.6 | 11.0h | 8.1/10 |
| ☀️ February | 24°C | 33°C | 11% | 0.6 | 11.1h | 7.8/10 |
| ☀️ March | 25°C | 34°C | 19% | 1.4 | 11.6h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 26°C | 35°C | 47% | 3.4 | 12.0h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ May | 26°C | 33°C | 82% | 6.3 | 10.5h | 5.5/10 |
| ⛅ June | 26°C | 32°C | 79% | 5.9 | 10.0h | 6.6/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 25°C | 32°C | 80% | 6.3 | 8.7h | 6.0/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 25°C | 32°C | 84% | 7.1 | 9.5h | 6.0/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 25°C | 31°C | 93% | 10.4 | 8.5h | 5.4/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 24°C | 31°C | 82% | 10.2 | 9.2h | 6.6/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 24°C | 30°C | 53% | 5.2 | 10.9h | 7.4/10 |
| ☀️ December | 24°C | 31°C | 22% | 1.3 | 10.7h | 8.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In July, Phnom Penh averages 32°C, 80% rainy days and 8.7h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.0/10.
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Comparison
July vs January (best month)
The best month is January (score 8.1/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -68%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +2.3h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Phnom Penh in July
Is July a good time to visit Phnom Penh?
July is an acceptable time for Phnom Penh (score 6.0/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider January (8.1/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Phnom Penh in July?
Yes, 80% of days see rain in July. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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