October weather forecast
Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia

The weather starts transitioning in October, marking the onset of a shift from the rainy to the dry season in Krong Siem Reap. October’s atmospheric profile—in accordance with the forthcoming dry season—exhibits lower rain volumes, retreating from September’s peak to 215mm. On the other hand, the temperature range remains constant, reflective of September’s metrics. October brings more sunny days than the preceding month, while the average daylight hours also decrease. Continued high-intensity UV radiation completes the area’s weather specifications for October.

Temperature

The shift into October reveals an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C, maintaining the same temperature as the previous month. October brings an average low-temperature of 24°C to Krong Siem Reap.

Rainfall

In Krong Siem Reap, in October, during 15 rainfall days, 215mm of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Krong Siem Reap, there are 121 rainfall days, and 1357mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Krong Siem Reap is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of October in Krong Siem Reap, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:38 +07.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia, is 7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 11. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 11 in October transforms into this advice:
Take all critical precautions, unprotected skin might burn swiftly. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Despite the cloudy weather, sunscreen with a sun protection factor of at least 30 should be liberally applied and reapplied, including after a swim or outdoor activity.