Cambodia Siem Reap Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Siem Reap is very-high
February is very-high for Siem Reap.
February shares January's title as Siem Reap's best month — driest of the year (5mm rainfall), 33°C / 91°F highs, 21°C / 70°F dawns, crystal-clear Angkor sunrise visibility.
Chinese New Year week (varies early-mid February) brings a regional inbound surge from China + Taiwan + Hong Kong — hotel rates spike +30-50% for the holiday week, with the rest of February settling back to January levels.
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Driest month of the year — perfect Angkor conditions
February Weather at a Glance
February averages 33°C / 91°F highs and 21°C / 70°F dawns with only 1 rainy day and 5mm rainfall — the year's driest. Humidity 55%, sunshine 10 hours, UV 10. Sunrise 6:30 AM, sunset 6:05 PM. Conditions virtually identical to January with slightly higher temperatures.
February Travel Advice
Pre-book honeymoon resorts (Raffles Grand + Park Hyatt + Belmond + Sala Lodges) 4-6 weeks ahead for Valentine's week. Cuisine Wat Damnak Valentine's tasting + wine pairing books out 2 weeks ahead. Angkor pass + tuk-tuk same as January.
Flying In from Overseas
Chinese New Year regional inbound surge — Phuket, Bali, Bangkok, and Siem Reap see +50% Chinese-speaking visitors for the 10-day window. Direct flights from Bangkok $30-80, Hong Kong $200-400 (3.5h via direct or 1-stop), Tokyo $400-700 (8h via Bangkok). 30-day e-Visa.
February Pricing Trends
Peak + Chinese New Year surge: Raffles $400-900/night during CNY, $400-800 other weeks. Park Hyatt $300-700 CNY. Angkor 3-day pass $62 fixed. Valentine's villa packages $500-1,200/night (Sala Lodges).
Siem Reap February Weather Stats
Avg High
33°C
Avg Low
21°C
Rainy Days
1
5mm total
Sunshine
10h
Daily avg
Humidity
55%
moderate
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 18
Sea Temp
0°C
no swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
32 μg/m³
PM10
52 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
35°C
Nighttime
22°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 18 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Driest month of the year
- Crystal Angkor sunrise visibility
- Honeymoon Valentine's packages
Cons
- Chinese New Year hotel surge week
- Valentine's villa packages sell out
- Tourist crowds at sunrise pool
February Events & Festivals
- Driest month of the year
- Chinese + Lunar New Year peak (varies, early-mid February)
- Valentine's Day honeymoon resort packages
Siem Reap in February — Full Picture
February shares January's title as Siem Reap's best month — driest of the year (5mm rainfall), 33°C / 91°F highs, 21°C / 70°F dawns, crystal-clear Angkor sunrise visibility.
Chinese New Year week (varies early-mid February) brings a regional inbound surge from China + Taiwan + Hong Kong — hotel rates spike +30-50% for the holiday week, with the rest of February settling back to January levels.
Valentine's Day: honeymoon resorts (Raffles Grand, Park Hyatt, Belmond, Sala Lodges) run candle-dinner + spa packages — book 4-6 weeks ahead.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Same as January — tropical light + light evening cover. February is statistically Siem Reap's driest month (5mm rainfall, 1 rainy day). UV index 10 — SPF 50+ mandatory.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
35.7°C
24.3°C
6.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
33.3°C
25°C
15/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
31.7°C
23.3°C
13.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current32°C
21°C
1.3/mo
Siem Reap Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 32° | 21° | 1d·10mm | 9h | 60% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 33° | 21° | 1d·5mm | 10h | 55% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 35° | 23° | 3d·25mm | 9h | 55% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 37° | 25° | 4d·50mm | 9h | 60% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 35° | 25° | 13d·175mm | 7h | 75% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 34° | 25° | 14d·175mm | 6h | 80% | 11 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 33° | 25° | 15d·200mm | 6h | 80% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 33° | 25° | 16d·225mm | 6h | 80% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 32° | 24° | 18d·275mm | 5h | 85% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 32° | 24° | 16d·230mm | 6h | 80% | 9 | Moderate | Low season | |
| November (Best) | 31° | 22° | 7d·70mm | 7h | 70% | 9 | Busy | Shoulder |
| December (Best) | 31° | 21° | 2d·15mm | 9h | 60% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Siem Reap?
Siem Reap in February is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Siem Reap in February?
Siem Reap February averages a high of 33°C and a low of 21°C.
Does it rain much in Siem Reap in February?
Siem Reap February averages 5mm of rainfall over about 1 rainy days.
What should I wear in Siem Reap in February?
Same as January — tropical light + light evening cover. February is statistically Siem Reap's driest month (5mm rainfall, 1 rainy day). UV index 10 — SPF 50+ mandatory.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Siem Reap in February?
Siem Reap February sunrise is 06:30 and sunset is 18:05, with 11h 35min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Siem Reap in February?
Siem Reap February air quality (AQI) averages 75, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 32μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Siem Reap in February?
In February, Siem Reap is great for Angkor Wat sunrise, Bayon Temple, Ta Prohm.
Is February peak season in Siem Reap?
Siem Reap February crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.