Siem Reap weather in January

January in Siem Reap: sweltering, dry — one of the best months to visit.

#1 of 12 months in Siem Reap · #144 of 604 destinations to visit in January · comfort 82/100 (tier A)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

Siem Reap climate normals — January

Daytime high31°C / 88°F🔥 sweltering
Nighttime low21°C / 71°F
Feels like (high)34°C / 93°F
Rainfall18 mm / 0.7 in☀️ dry
Rainy days1 days
Humidity66%💧 humid
Dew point18°C / 64°F
Sunshine10.1 h/day
Daylight11.4 h
Wind14 km/h / 8 mph
Air quality (US AQI)51🙂 moderate

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Siem Reap in January — FAQ

Is January a good time to visit Siem Reap?
January in Siem Reap: sweltering, dry — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #1 of 12 months for Siem Reap on SeasonMap's comfort score (82/100).
What is the weather like in Siem Reap in January?
In January, Siem Reap averages a daily high of 30.9°C and a low of 21.4°C, with about 17.7 mm of rain over roughly 1 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Siem Reap in January?
Siem Reap has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 51 in January.

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