If you plan to visit Siem Reap in March, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +93°F during the day and approximately 7 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 15 rainy days in the month and around 52 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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+93°F
Avg. max. temperature
+59°F
Min.
+102°F
Max.
52 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Siem Reap has OK weather in March.
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Average temperature in Siem Reap in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Siem Reap for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +99°F during the day to a minimum of +72°F during the night, the temperature in March averages around +93°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 7% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +93°F to +91°F.
Is Siem Reap warm or cold in March?
Siem Reap is typically hot in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +91°F to +93°F. The minimum temperature also goes up 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 Siem Reap, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Siem Reap in March
Siem Reap weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+91°F
+93°F
+95°F
Min. temperature
+59°F
+59°F
+66°F
Max. temperature
+99°F
+102°F
+104°F
Rainfall
15 mm
52 mm
97 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
68%
69%
72%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1009 HPa
1008 HPa
Sunny days
10
7
3
Cloudy days
11
8
4
Rainy days
8
15
22
Snowy days
0
0
0
March typically has worse weather conditions compared to February.It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +91°F to +93°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 15 mm to 52 mm.Humidity rises from 68% to 69%.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 7 in March.
April brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Siem Reap in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Siem Reap is gradually increasing during March, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Siem Reap based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 10% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 13 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 10 mm, which is considered light rain.Siem Reap is amazing in March with as little as 3 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, 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 March in Siem Reap?
This is the weather in Siem Reap in March 2023:
1 March
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+92°F
2 March
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+91°F
3 March
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+89°F
4 March
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+90°F
5 March
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+88°F
6 March
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+88°F
7 March
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+89°F
8 March
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+90°F
9 March
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+90°F
10 March
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+89°F
11 March
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+92°F
12 March
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+92°F
13 March
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+90°F
14 March
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+90°F
15 March
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+91°F
16 March
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+91°F
17 March
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+93°F
18 March
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+94°F
19 March
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+93°F
20 March
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+95°F
21 March
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+95°F
22 March
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+96°F
23 March
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+97°F
24 March
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+98°F
25 March
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+97°F
26 March
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+98°F
27 March
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+97°F
28 March
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+95°F
29 March
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+88°F
30 March
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+92°F
31 March
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+92°F
In March 2023 Siem Reap had 20 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +93°F, with an absolute maximum of +99°F and a minimum of +88°F. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 92% and a minimum of 46%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 5 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Siem Reap climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Siem Reap in March 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 March:
Is March a good time to visit Siem Reap?
It’s always a good time to visit Siem Reap, but the weather is changeable in March, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Siem Reap in March?
Absolutely, March 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 March?
Siem Reap is often rainy in March. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Siem Reap in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Siem Reap in March, 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.