Koh Kong in January
Great time to visit
This is Koh Kong at its absolute best. Dry, comfortable weather and clear skies make January the gold standard for visiting. Just expect to pay premium prices and book everything early.
Weather
Peak dry season brings relief from the humidity. Days hit around 30°C but mornings can be surprisingly cool at 22°C. Zero chance of rain makes this the most comfortable time to explore.
30°C high22°C low1 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$45/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Chinese New Year celebrations
- •Khmer New Year preparation activities
January Tips
- •Book accommodations 2 months ahead - this is peak season
- •Bring layers for cool mornings and hot afternoons
- •Perfect time for multi-day treks in the Cardamom Mountains
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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