CambodiaThe weather in October in Phnom Penh
It's hot in October in Phnom Penh with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 36°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 26°C.
Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in Phnom Penh. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Phnom Penh, Cambodia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 60°C in 2014, Phnom Penh reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 22°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 235 mm of precipitation, spread over 25 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in October for Phnom Penh
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Phnom Penh. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Phnom Penh | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 33°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 36°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 235 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 25 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Phnom Penh with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 26°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps stay steady at around 33°C, with nights around 26°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Phnom Penh is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Phnom Penh
Temperature in October in Phnom Penh over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in October in Phnom Penh
Total precipitation in October in Phnom Penh over the years
Daily UV index in October in Phnom Penh
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Phnom Penh, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Phnom Penh by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Phnom Penh. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.