Siem Reap Weather in November

November: warm and easing

November feels warm and humid, with highs around 32°C and nights near 23°C. Rain drops sharply from October, though showers still fall on some days. You can explore Angkor's temple courtyards and Ta Prohm's tree-covered ruins without the frequent heavy rain of the wet season. The sun can feel strong on exposed stone, and sticky afternoons may slow you down. Save a visit to Angkor Wat's long galleries for a cooler part of the day.

Festivals and rising crowds

Cambodia's Water Festival, Bon Om Touk, usually falls in November, around the full moon. Its biggest boat races and celebrations are in Phnom Penh, so don't expect Siem Reap to host the main event. November also marks the start of the busy dry-season period. Angkor Wat gets more visitors than during the rainy months, and hotel prices tend to rise as December approaches.

If you hate crowds, visit the quieter temples on the Angkor Grand Circuit instead of spending every day around Angkor Wat.

November in Siem Reap: local tips

November is a good time for temple-hopping and a boat trip on Tonlé Sap. The lake is still high after the rainy season, making it a useful time to see floating villages such as Kampong Phluk. Conditions can change with water levels, so ask locally about the boat route before setting out.

For a practical Angkor tip, buy your temple pass from the official Angkor Enterprise ticket office, not from a tout near the entrance. Keep it handy at each temple checkpoint. The weather is drier than in October, but brief showers can still interrupt a long day outdoors.