Joom Noon Silk Project

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Country: Cambodia
Driest months: Dec-Feb
Pay in: Riels (៛)
Language: Khmer
Emergency: 117

Joom Noon Silk Project at a Glance

Exploring Joom Noon Silk Project

Joom Noon means ‘bright new hope’, and this silk-weaving centre, started by an American Vietnam veteran, could not be more aptly named. Dozens of orphans, poor families and survivors of genocide and human trafficking work here to create beautiful works of art and craft.

Sarongs, scarves and wall hangings are among the best buys, and the whole operation is worth a look in its own right. All the silk is created on the premises, and the silkworm farms are a sight in themselves: it seems like millions of worms are busy churning out the raw material needed to produce the very fine silk that is then dyed and embroidered into gorgeous fabrics and garments.

Output from the project is exported all over the world, and visitors can be confident that all proceeds go back to the weavers and artisans and to the running of the community. The centre sits adjacent to the stunning Preah Vihear, a UNESCO World Heritage site, so a visit often pairs naturally with the temple.

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When to Go

Best Time to Visit Joom Noon Silk Project

If you want comfortable weather and active demonstrations, go during the cool, dry season (November-February); for fewer crowds, consider the hotter months.

Dry / Peak
Nov-Feb · 22-32°C
Comfortable weather for visiting workshops; this is a popular time so tours may be busier.
Hot / Quieter
Mar-May · 28-36°C
Hotter outside but indoor workshop visits are often less crowded - good for a quieter, more personal tour.
Rainy (low season)
May-Oct · 24-32°C
Fewer visitors and more flexible tour times, though heavy rain can affect travel to rural locations.

Weather & Climate near Joom Noon Silk Project

Climate

Joom Noon Silk Project'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 19°C to 35°C. Abundant rainfall (1280 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 76 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryJanuaryDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
43°
Warmest Month
13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Ideal 19° - 31° 25° 2 mm some cloud 57% 1.7 m/s 1.7 very high 11.3h
February Ideal 21° - 33° 28° 9 mm mostly sunny 53% 2.0 m/s 1.8 very high 11.6h
March Excellent 24° - 34° 31° 24 mm partly cloudy 57% 1.6 m/s 2.0 very high 11.9h
April Very Good 25° - 35° 34° 63 mm partly cloudy 65% 1.5 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.3h
May Acceptable 25° - 34° 34° 141 mm overcast 75% 1.4 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.6h
June Acceptable 25° - 33° 34° 170 mm overcast 82% 1.7 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.8h
July Acceptable 24° - 32° 33° 176 mm overcast 85% 1.5 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.7h
August Acceptable 24° - 32° 33° 170 mm overcast 86% 1.6 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.4h
September Acceptable 24° - 31° 32° 257 mm overcast 87% 1.2 m/s 2.0 very high 12.1h
October Very Good 24° - 30° 30° 182 mm partly cloudy 84% 1.1 m/s 1.8 very high 11.7h
November Excellent 22° - 30° 26° 72 mm partly cloudy 78% 1.3 m/s 1.7 very high 11.4h
December Ideal 19° - 30° 25° 14 mm some cloud 65% 1.6 m/s 1.7 very high 11.2h