Koh Kong in December
Great time to visit
December represents peak perfection in Koh Kong. Perfect weather meets holiday festivities, but expect peak crowds and prices to match.
Weather
Peak dry season delivers ideal conditions with 28°C days and refreshingly cool 21°C nights. Crystal clear skies and virtually no rainfall make this paradise for outdoor activities.
28°C high21°C low2 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$48/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Christmas celebrations at resorts
- •New Year's Eve parties
December Tips
- •Book accommodations 3 months ahead for holiday season
- •Perfect temperature for all-day outdoor adventures
- •Bring warm clothes for surprisingly cool evenings
All Months
Dry season runs November through April, and that's your window. December through February brings the coolest temperatures - still hot by most standards, but bearable for hiking. March and April turn brutal, with temperatures hitting 38°C (100°F) regularly. But here's the trade-off: waterfalls run strongest during and just after rainy season. Ta Tai Waterfall becomes a thundering cascade in October, then shrinks to a trickle by March. Rainy season (May through October) makes many roads impassable. The Cardamom Mountains disappear behind walls of rain. Some eco-lodges close entirely. November offers the sweet spot - waterfalls still flowing, roads mostly dry, and temperatures dropping from unbearable to merely sweltering.
Koh Kong Scores
Solo
6/10
Couples
4/10
Families
4/10
Adventure
8/10
Budget
9/10
Luxury
2/10
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