Koh Paen
Island River island in Tonle Sap Lake with markets
A short boat ride from Kampong Cham, Koh Paen is a Mekong island of rice farms and village lanes; visitors cycle rural roads, watch river life and sample fresh river fish.
How to Get to Koh Paen #
Koh Paen is the Mekong river island opposite Kampong Cham city and is reached from Kampong Cham’s riverfront. From Kampong Cham town center it’s a short ride to the river landing (tuk‑tuk or motorbike) and then a brief boat/ferry crossing of the Mekong (usually around 5-10 minutes) to the island; local boats run frequently and drivers/tuk‑tuk drivers can arrange crossings.
Tips for Visiting Koh Paen #
- Check locally whether the seasonal bamboo bridge to Koh Paen is in place before you go - during the dry season the temporary bridge usually allows walking access from Kampong Cham, while in wetter months you'll need a short boat crossing.
- Plan an early-morning visit to see local farmers and riverside life before the heat; ask at the Kampong Cham riverfront for recommended walking routes across the island to village viewpoints.
- If the bridge is open, arrive outside peak midday hours to avoid crowds of local weekend visitors and to get unobstructed views of the Mekong from the island's higher points.
Best Time to Visit Koh Paen #
Go in the cool, dry season (November-February) for comfortable weather and the best access to the island.
Weather & Climate near Koh Paen #
Koh Paen's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 34°C. Abundant rainfall (1694 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 4 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is warm, feeling like 27°C. Almost no rain.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 30°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (225 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (231 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (228 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (247 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (277 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (241 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Regular rainfall (94 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
