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Phnom Penh in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Phnom Penh in March and see if it is worth visiting.
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March

Weather in Phnom Penh in March 2025

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Weather for Phnom Penh in March is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +95°F during the day, and approximately 9 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 4 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in March around 39 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

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+95°F
Avg. max. temperature
+64°F
Min.
+104°F
Max.
39 mm
Total precipitation
65%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
18 ⛅️
Cloudy
4 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Phnom Penh has good weather in March.

Average temperature in Phnom Penh in March

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Phnom Penh for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +97°F during the day to a minimum of +77°F during the night, the temperature in March averages around +93°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +93°F to +93°F.

Is Phnom Penh warm or cold in March?

Phnom Penh is typically hot in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +91°F to +95°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +75°F to +77°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

March is one of the warmest months in Phnom Penh, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Phnom Penh in March

Phnom Penh weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+91°F+95°F+97°F
Min. temperature
+66°F+64°F+72°F
Max. temperature
+99°F+104°F+104°F
Rainfall
12 mm39 mm90 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
65%65%69%
Air pressure
1010 HPa1008 HPa1007 HPa
Sunny days
1094
Cloudy days
171815
Rainy days
1411
Snowy days
000

March weather is still as good as in February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +91°F to +95°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 12 mm to 39 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 65%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 1 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 10 sunny days in February to 9 in March.

Next month (April) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

Wind speed in Phnom Penh in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Phnom Penh is gradually decreasing during March, going from 2 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Phnom Penh based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in March stands at 42%, leading to total precipitation of around 72 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 12 mm, which is considered light rain. March is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Phnom Penh wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 71% chance of precipitation and 241 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 12 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Phnom Penh?

This is the weather in Phnom Penh in March 2023:
1 March
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+92°F
2 March
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+92°F
3 March
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+93°F
4 March
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+94°F
5 March
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+92°F
6 March
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+94°F
7 March
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+94°F
8 March
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+92°F
9 March
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+91°F
10 March
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+90°F
11 March
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+91°F
12 March
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+90°F
13 March
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+96°F
14 March
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+93°F
15 March
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+94°F
16 March
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+91°F
17 March
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+94°F
18 March
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+91°F
19 March
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+94°F
20 March
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+95°F
21 March
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+90°F
22 March
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+92°F
23 March
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+93°F
24 March
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+95°F
25 March
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+95°F
26 March
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+97°F
27 March
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+96°F
28 March
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+93°F
29 March
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+89°F
30 March
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+94°F
31 March
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+94°F
In March 2023 Phnom Penh had 7 sunny days, 23 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +93°F, with an absolute maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +90°F. The average humidity was 70%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 19%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Phnom Penh climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Phnom Penh in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1989 (+92°F) and the highest in 1998 (+100°F). The driest year was 1998 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2001 with 170 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Phnom Penh in March:

Is March a good time to visit Phnom Penh?

March is a really good time to go to Phnom Penh. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Phnom Penh.

Can you sunbathe in Phnom Penh in March?

Absolutely, March is hot in Phnom Penh. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Phnom Penh rainy in March?

Phnom Penh is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Phnom Penh in March?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Phnom Penh in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Monthly weather in Phnom Penh

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Phnom Penh, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.