January weather forecast
Cambodia

January is part of the dry season in Cambodia, characterized by lower humidity levels and minimal rainfall. The weather during this month is generally dry and cool, making it one of the most pleasant months for tourism. Temperatures typically range from 21°C (69.8°F) to 31°C (87.8°F), with the night-time temperatures dropping to the lower end of this range.

Among the notable cities, Phnom Penh, the capital city, enjoys an average temperature of about 26°C (78.8°F). Similarly, Siem Reap, known for the famous Angkor Wat temple complex, also experiences similar temperature ranges in January. The coastal city of Sihanoukville, a popular beach destination, sees slightly higher temperatures, ranging from 23°C (73.4°F) to 31°C (87.8°F), making it a wonderful place for winter sun.

Rainfall in January is scarce, averaging 10mm (0.39") for the entire month, marking it as one of the driest months of the year. This contrasts significantly with the wet season months like September, when precipitation can exceed 100mm (3.94").

Compared to December, January sees a slight drop in temperature, making it a tad cooler. In comparison to February, the weather remains relatively similar, though February starts to see a gradual increase in temperature, hinting at the approach of the hotter months. Overall, January's dry and pleasant climate provides an excellent environment for exploring Cambodia's rich cultural heritage and natural beauty.

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• Phnom Penh - January »
  January in Phnom Penh, Cambodia observes an average of 73% relative humidity with a UV index of 10, setting the stage for a generally dry and moderately sunny month. In Phnom Penh, in January, during 2.8 rainfall days, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Kampot - January »
  January is the month with the coldest seawater in Kampot with an average sea temperature of 27.6°C (81.7°F). In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:51.
• Banlung - January »
  In Banlung in January, during 3 rainfall days, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated. January through March, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Banlung, Cambodia.
• Kep - January »
  In January, the average heat index, which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F). The months with the lowest humidity in Kep are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 69%.
• Paôy Pêt - January »
  In Paôy Pêt in January, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 12mm (0.47") of accumulated precipitation. On the first day of January in Paôy Pêt sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 17:53.
• Pailin - January »
  January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Pailin, Cambodia. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Pailin, Cambodia.
• Krong Siem Reap - January »
  The month with the least rainfall in Krong Siem Reap is January, when the rain falls for 1 days and typically collects 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Provincial atmosphere during January in Krong Siem Reap mainly includes warm days with the highest temperatures of the year reaching from 31°C (87.8°F) to 34°C (93.2°F).
• Krong Preah Sihanouk - January »
  The month with the coldest seawater in Krong Preah Sihanouk is January, with an average sea temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). January through April, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Krong Preah Sihanouk, Cambodia.
• Memot - January »
  In January, the average heat index, which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 38°C (100.4°F). In Memot, the average relative humidity in January is 60%.