Climate Overview
The climate in Krong Kep is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 1807mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 297mm of rainfall. Krong Kep is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, May, March. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 24°C.
Temperature
Krong Kep has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 7°C range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Krong Kep is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1807mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 151mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 297mm of rainfall. July and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 21mm. That's 275mm less than September, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Krong Kep is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 22km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 17km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 21km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Krong Kep, which began on March 20, 2026. Krong Kep is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in April at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 24°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 26 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 327mm across the season with a monthly average of 109mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 26 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 732mm across the season with a monthly average of 244mm. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 26 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 655mm across the season with a monthly average of 218mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 24 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 93mm over the season and a monthly average of 31mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Krong Kep based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
