Month guide · Phnom Penh · Cambodia
Phnom Penh in July
What July is really like in Phnom Penh: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Christophe95, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
July is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 32°C (90°F), lows of 25°C (77°F), about 16 rainy days and roughly 12.7 hours of daylight. Wet season continues, but most mornings are usable for sightseeing.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 25°C (77°F)
- Rainy days
- About 16
- Daylight
- About 12.7 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in July
July is the 7th-warmest month in Phnom Penh: days average 32°C (90°F) against a yearly average high of 33°C (91°F), and nights fall to about 25°C (77°F). Rain falls on roughly 16 of its 31 days. Compared with June (33°C (91°F)), July is about as warm; by August highs stay near 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 05:44
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 18:28
- Daylight
- About 12.7 hours
Hot season (March–May). Temperatures around 35°C and heavy humidity; Khmer New Year in mid-April empties the city as people go home to the provinces.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 2 for crowds (the peak is January at 4) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes July one of the better-value months to book.
Events in July
July has no major recurring festival in Phnom Penh, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in July
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Museum · Royal Palace and Street 240
National Museum of Cambodia
Visit before a trip to Angkor to see the statues removed from the temples for safekeeping.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Art
- History
- Rainy day
- Architecture
Museum · Toul Tom Poung
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21)
A former high school turned by the Khmer Rouge into Security Prison 21, where thousands of people were imprisoned, tortured and photographed before being killed.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Rainy day
- Iconic
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Palace · Royal Palace and Street 240
Royal Palace
Shoulders and knees must be covered; if you forget, cover-ups can be bought or rented at the entrance. The palace closes for a long break in the middle of the day, so go early.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours with the Silver Pagoda
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Architecture
- History
- Photo spot
Religious site · Royal Palace and Street 240
Silver Pagoda
Inside the palace compound, the Silver Pagoda (Wat Preah Keo Morokot) takes its name from a floor of more than 5,000 silver tiles.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Art
- History
- Architecture
What to pack
For highs near 32°C, lows near 25°C and 16 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is July a good time to visit Phnom Penh?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, November–February are better overall. Compare every month.
Phnom Penh in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Phnom Penh?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Wet season continues, but most mornings are usable for sightseeing.
+How warm is Phnom Penh in July?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Phnom Penh in July?
Expect rain on about 16 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.