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Backpacking Potential

73/100

Good

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

December, January, February

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

26°C – 29°C

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Precipitation

Seasonal (check heatmap)

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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Kampot?

The best time to visit Kampot for backpacking is December, January, February, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to explore where to stay and what to do in advance.

→ Explore backpacker-friendly places to stay in Kampot
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Climate Heatmap

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Planning for a specific month? Tap on a month in the heatmap below for a detailed climate guide.

These months are especially popular among backpackers in Kampot due to better weather and lower costs.

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Backpacking conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Kampot

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
65Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°53
65Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°32
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
28°67
45Poor
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
29°97
45Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
29°161
41Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
28°382
42Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
27°333
43Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
27°431
44Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
27°349
48Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
27°289
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°168
73Good
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°104

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Kampot

When is the best time to visit Kampot for backpacking?

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The best time to visit Kampot for backpacking is typically in December, January, February, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Kampot?

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Rainy season typically: May–November. It is generally better to avoid these months for backpacking.

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🌍 Plan your backpacking trip to Kampot

Now you know the best time to visit Kampot — here are a few useful next steps to help plan your trip.

🏨 Where to stay

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