Phnom Penh vs Sihanoukville in May

Sihanoukville is the better pick in May — 63 vs 48 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Sihanoukville is sweltering, soaked, clean air, while Phnom Penh is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.

Phnom Penh vs SihanoukvilleMay climate, side by side

Phnom PenhSihanoukville
Comfort score48/100 (F)63/100 (C)
Feels-like high42°C37°C
Avg high / low36° / 26°30° / 27°
Rainfall160 mm345 mm
Rainy days2329
Humidity77%82%
Air quality (AQI)6741

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Phnom Penh vs Sihanoukville in May — FAQ

Is May better in Phnom Penh or Sihanoukville?
Sihanoukville is the better pick in May — 63 vs 48 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Sihanoukville is sweltering, soaked, clean air, while Phnom Penh is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.
What is the weather like in Phnom Penh vs Sihanoukville in May?
In May, Phnom Penh averages 36°C high / 26°C low with about 160 mm of rain; Sihanoukville averages 30°C high / 27°C low with about 345 mm.