Banteay Top
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How to Get to Banteay Top #
Banteay Top is accessible by road from Sisophon (about 1-1.5 hours) or Poipet; hire a tuk-tuk or private car. Road conditions vary; a 4x4 is useful in the rainy season.
Tips for Visiting Banteay Top #
- Climb early in the morning for fewer people and cooler temperatures.
- Wear sturdy shoes-the trail across the ridge has uneven stones and loose earth.
- Bring water and a hat; shade is limited on exposed sections.
Best Time to Visit Banteay Top #
Visit during the dry season for safer walking conditions and clearer views; mornings are cooler and quieter.
Weather & Climate near Banteay Top #
Banteay Top's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with very hot summers (peaking in April) and warm winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 18°C to 36°C. Abundant rainfall (1068 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 28°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 31°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 34°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (140 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (135 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (161 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (229 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (135 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain.
