December · Cambodia
Best time to visit Kampot in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kampot in December
Average temperature 26°C, 51 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.7/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 51 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Kampot scores 6.7/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 26°C, 51 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kampot's riverside lanes and pepper farms sit beneath the Bokor mountains in southern Cambodia.
December in Kampot — middling scores, decent value
December averages 26°C (79°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
Rainfall runs 51 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.4 hours of daylight.
It scores 6.7/10 here, 3rd of 12 months, against 7.4/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for peak pricing, with crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kampot in December?
- In December, Kampot averages 26°C, 51 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.7/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Kampot?
- December earns a 6.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kampot in December?
- Expect about 51 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
Curated in Kampot
Tickets & experiences
Things to do in Kampot
Kampot, Cambodia. Live activities and tours from GetYourGuide, matched to this destination.