Siem Reap · Cambodia
January
Peak season — cool dry weather and clear skies for temple touring at the highest prices.
Best match
#5 of 12 months
There are better months for Siem Reap — see the full ranking below.
See when to go instead →Climate
High
29°C
Low
17°C
Rain
10mm
Sun
9hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How January scores in Siem Reap
Weather
Outstanding
Value
Average
Crowds
Average
Events
Average
Atmosphere
Excellent
What you gain in January
- ↑17°C nights and 29°C days with low humidity: the most physically comfortable temperatures of the year for Angkor's stone corridors and jungle paths
- ↑Only 10mm of rain: sunrise at Angkor Wat is almost guaranteed clear; the reflection pool before the main gate mirrors the towers in still water
- ↑Angkor Thom and the Bayon face in cool morning light: January allows extended walking tours of all temple zones without heat exhaustion
What you sacrifice
- ↓Peak season prices across Siem Reap: guesthouses and hotels at their January-February maximum; the 3-day Angkor pass (US$62) remains fixed but accommodation adds significantly to costs
- ↓Most crowded period at Angkor Wat's famous sunrise viewpoint — arrive by 05:00 to guarantee a front position at the reflection pool
- ↓Book tuk-tuk drivers and day tour guides at least 24 hours ahead; walk-in service is difficult during peak season
How January compares to November (best month)
| Factor | January | November ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 9 | 8 |
| Value | 4 | 6 |
| Crowds | 4 | 6 |
January in other destinations
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Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Siem Reap, not across destinations. Methodology →