Climate Overview
The climate in Battambang is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 1391mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 297mm of rainfall. Battambang is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, March, May. The coldest months are February, December, January, when temperatures can drop to 22°C.
Temperature
Battambang sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 22°C to 40°C. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 40°C and an average of 33°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 28°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Battambang is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1391mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 116mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 297mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 5mm. That's 292mm less than October, 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
Battambang is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/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 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 1km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.
Seasons
52 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Battambang, which began on June 21, 2026. Battambang 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 40°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 22°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 26 to 40°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 147mm over the season and a monthly average of 49mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 26 to 36°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 525mm across the season with a monthly average of 175mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 24 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 624mm across the season with a monthly average of 208mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 22 to 35°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 95mm over the season and a monthly average of 32mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 Battambang 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.
