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Backpacking Potential

65/100

Suboptimal

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

January, December, November

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

26°C – 30°C

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Precipitation

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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Koh Rong Samloem?

The best time to visit Koh Rong Samloem for backpacking is January, December, November, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.

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Backpacking conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Koh Rong Samloem

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
65Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°76
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°32
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
29°40
45Poor
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
30°82
40Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
29°169
36Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
29°268
39Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
28°268
39Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
28°242
41Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
28°289
45Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
28°254
61Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°148
65Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°76

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

Quick summary: visiting Koh Rong Samloem

When is the best time to visit Koh Rong Samloem for backpacking?

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The best time to visit Koh Rong Samloem for backpacking is typically in January, December, November, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Koh Rong Samloem?

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

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