Phnom Penh is a beautiful city that boasts of a perfect mixture of French and Khmer architectural brilliance. Bustling street life, remnants of the French colony of yore, romantic riverfronts, and a remarkable Russian population. Tourists can pick and choose between the different monuments that are spread across the city to fulfill their curious satire. The two seasons experienced in Phnom Penh include the dry season and the wet season. The dry season forms the best time of the year to explore the brilliant architectural and cultural blend that this city offers, thanks to its dry weather. Let's see how these seasons attract tourists to Phnom Penh's expanse.

The dry season in Phnom Penh lasts from October to early May. This season is the best time of the year to explore the beautiful tourist spots spread across Phnom Penh's expanse. The months of December and January turn out to be the coolest and the driest, with temperatures staying below 20°C. The Water Festival that is celebrated during this season to mark the change in seasons and the change in the direction of the flowing waters of Tonle Sap River. The chilly climate experienced during December and January attracts tourists from all over the world to Phnom Penh and provide easy access to tourist hotspots.

The Wet season in Phnom Penh is considered as offseason for tourism prospects. The climate remains pleasant during this season, with temperatures hovering between 24°C and 28°C. Tourists who wish to explore Phnom Penh amidst lesser crowds and experience the lush greenery and stunning waterfalls that prevail across Phnom Penh due to incessant rainfall can still visit between May and September. The majestic monuments of Phnom Penh can be explored with ease at this time.