January · Cambodia
Best time to visit Kampot in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kampot in January
Average temperature 27°C, 18 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
7.4/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 18 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Kampot scores 7.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 27°C, 18 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kampot's riverside lanes and pepper farms sit beneath the Bokor mountains in southern Cambodia.
January in Kampot — the year's strongest window
Days in January average 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 75% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
With around 18 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.4 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Kampot at 7.4/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. 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 January?
- In January, Kampot averages 27°C, 18 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.4/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Kampot?
- January earns a 7.4/10 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 January?
- Expect about 18 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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