Gateway to Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world, Siem Reap sits amid the ruins of the Khmer Empire that dominated Southeast Asia from the 9th to 15th centuries. The Angkor Archaeological Park spans over 400 square kilometers and contains dozens of temples. The city's name means 'Defeat of Siam,' commemorating a historic Khmer victory over Thai invaders.
Nights sit around 26°C and afternoons around 32°C.
Siem Reap barely changes season: afternoons sit around 32°C and nights around 25°C most of the year.
There is a clear wet season from May – October, peaking in September with around 250 mm. The dry months run from December – March.
Wind is rarely an issue; most months sit between calm and a light breeze. Air quality is worth watching: March averages an AQI of 83, while July clears to 39.
Days stretch to about 12.8 hours of light in June and shrink to 11.2 in December — something to weigh if you work to a fixed timezone.
For what you're after, the best months in Siem Reap are November – March. Expect fast internet (63 Mbps) and a low cost of living (about €550 a month).
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