Chrouy Changvar
Peninsula Phnom Penh peninsula area along the Mekong River
Peninsula and district north of central Phnom Penh, Cambodia; sits at the confluence of the Tonle Sap and Mekong and hosts riverside communities, markets and recent developments. Frequently visited for riverside viewpoints and short excursions from central Phnom Penh.
Overview Chrouy Changvar is a river peninsula and suburban district northeast of central Phnom Penh, Cambodia, positioned where the Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers converge. The area has become a focus for riverside development and residential projects.
What visitors find The peninsula offers riverside views, local pagodas and riverside dining and resort facilities along stretches of the Mekong. Roads and bridges link it directly to central Phnom Penh, making it accessible for short excursions from the city.
History Historically a set of riverside villages and farmland, the peninsula has seen progressive urban and tourist-oriented development tied to Phnom Penh’s expansion. Infrastructure improvements over recent decades increased its connectivity to the capital.
Location Chrouy Changvar lies immediately northeast of Phnom Penh across the river from the city centre, formed by the peninsula between the Mekong and the Tonle Sap river channels.
- Peninsula near Phnom Penh: Forms a low peninsula at the confluence of the Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers immediately northeast of central Phnom Penh, hosting riverside developments and recreational areas.
How to Get to Chrouy Changvar #
Chrouy Changvar (Chroy Changvar) is the peninsula/district immediately northeast of central Phnom Penh across the Tonle River. It’s reached by road from central Phnom Penh in about 10-20 minutes by car or tuk‑tuk depending on traffic; there are local taxis and tuk‑tuks that cross the river and serve the peninsula directly.
Best Time to Visit Chrouy Changvar #
Plan a visit in the cool, dry months (November-February) for the most comfortable weather and easier outdoor exploration of the peninsula.
Weather & Climate near Chrouy Changvar #
Chrouy Changvar's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 34°C. Abundant rainfall (1333 mm/year), wettest in October with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 5 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is warm, feeling like 28°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 30°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 35°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (153 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 35°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (149 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (155 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (158 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (222 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (251 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (118 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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