Kampot in May
Good time to visit
Heat becomes genuinely challenging for most visitors. But if you can handle it, you'll have restaurants and attractions largely to yourself at rock-bottom prices.
Weather
Proper hot season with oppressive afternoon heat and high humidity. Thunderstorms become regular afternoon occurrences but provide welcome relief. Nights stay uncomfortably warm.
35°C high27°C low12 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$32/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Royal Ploughing Ceremony
- •Visakha Puja Day
May Tips
- •Plan everything before 10am or after 4pm
- •May storms flood some riverside roads - check conditions
- •Electricity bills spike as everyone runs AC - budget accordingly
All Months
November through March delivers perfect weather — dry, sunny, and temperatures in the comfortable 70s-80s. This is peak season, so book accommodations ahead and expect higher prices.
April gets hot. Really hot. Temperatures push into the 90s with oppressive humidity. But you'll have the place mostly to yourself, and room rates drop by half.
The rainy season (May-October) brings afternoon downpours that cool things down but can flood the streets. Some guesthouses close, and boat trips get cancelled. But the countryside turns emerald green, and you'll see Kampot at its most atmospheric — just pack an umbrella.
Kampot Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
7/10
Families
6/10
Adventure
6/10
Budget
9/10
Luxury
3/10
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