If you plan to visit Siem Reap in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +90°F during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 28 rainy days in the month and around 155 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+90°F
Avg. max. temperature
+75°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
155 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
28 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Siem Reap has OK weather in August.
Average temperature in Siem Reap in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Siem Reap for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +95°F during the day to a minimum of +79°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +91°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +84°F.
Is Siem Reap warm or cold in August?
Siem Reap is typically hot in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +90°F to +90°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +79°F to +79°F.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
Take a look at how August is compared to other months in Siem Reap:
Climate in Siem Reap in August
Siem Reap weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+90°F
+90°F
+88°F
Min. temperature
+73°F
+75°F
+72°F
Max. temperature
+100°F
+97°F
+97°F
Rainfall
138 mm
155 mm
253 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
78%
79%
83%
Air pressure
1006 HPa
1006 HPa
1007 HPa
Sunny days
0
0
0
Cloudy days
2
2
1
Rainy days
28
28
28
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as ok as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +90°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 138 mm to 155 mm.Humidity rises from 78% to 79%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 2 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.
September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Siem Reap in August 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 Siem Reap is gradually decreasing during August, going from 2 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Siem Reap based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 84% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 139 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 26 mm, which is moderate rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 26 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
August is one of the rainiest months in Siem Reap, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Siem Reap wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 93% chance of precipitation and 253 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 16% chance of precipitation and 9 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Siem Reap?
This is the weather in Siem Reap in August 2023:
1 August
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+89°F
2 August
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+88°F
3 August
🌧️
+89°F
4 August
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+91°F
5 August
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+92°F
6 August
☁️
+90°F
7 August
☁️
+91°F
8 August
☀️
+92°F
9 August
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+93°F
10 August
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+94°F
11 August
☁️
+94°F
12 August
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+94°F
13 August
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+93°F
14 August
☁️
+94°F
15 August
🌧️
+93°F
16 August
☁️
+93°F
17 August
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+92°F
18 August
☁️
+92°F
19 August
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+95°F
20 August
🌧️
+91°F
21 August
🌧️
+90°F
22 August
☁️
+90°F
23 August
☁️
+91°F
24 August
☁️
+91°F
25 August
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+93°F
26 August
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+93°F
27 August
☁️
+93°F
28 August
☁️
+93°F
29 August
☁️
+91°F
30 August
🌧️
+90°F
31 August
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+85°F
In August 2023 Siem Reap had 1 sunny days, 23 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +91°F, with an absolute maximum of +95°F and a minimum of +84°F. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 59%. 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 Siem Reap climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Siem Reap in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1999 (+88°F) and the highest in 2015 (+92°F). The driest year was 2015 with only 880 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1999 with 1854 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Siem Reap in August:
Is August a good time to visit Siem Reap?
It’s always a good time to visit Siem Reap, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Siem Reap in August?
Absolutely, August is hot in Siem Reap. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Siem Reap rainy in August?
Siem Reap is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Siem Reap in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Siem Reap in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Cambodia
Check out the weather for other cities in Cambodia.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Siem Reap, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
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.