Lum Kut Lake Lake
Freshwater lake in eastern Cambodia
Lum Kut Lake at a Glance#
Exploring Lum Kut Lake#
Lum Kut is the second of Ratanakiri’s two volcanic lakes, the other being the more accessible Yeak Laom Lake. Barely visited by anyone but local villagers, this heart-shaped lake is slightly larger than its popular neighbour yet nearly as beautiful, especially after the rainy season, when the vegetation around its shores is green and lush.
Best Time to Visit Lum Kut Lake#
Visit during the cool, dry months (November-February) for the most comfortable weather and easier access to the lake.
Cool, dry season
November-February · 20-30°C
Best time to visit - cooler mornings and lower humidity make walking around the lake pleasant and wildlife more active.
Hot season
March-May · 25-38°C
Very hot afternoons; early morning visits are recommended to avoid heat.
Wet/monsoon season
June-October · 24-32°C
Frequent heavy showers and higher water levels; visits are possible but expect muddy paths and intermittent rain.
Weather & Climate near Lum Kut Lake#
Climate
Lum Kut Lake's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 20°C to 33°C. Heavy rainfall (2129 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 70
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryJanuaryMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
43°
Warmest Month
12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 20° - 29° | 24° | 3 mm | some cloud | 63% | 2.5 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.3h |
| February | Ideal | 21° - 31° | 26° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 58% | 1.8 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 11.6h |
| March | Ideal | 22° - 32° | 28° | 22 mm | some cloud | 55% | 1.8 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 24° - 33° | 29° | 58 mm | partly cloudy | 56% | 1.7 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.3h |
| May | Good | 24° - 32° | 30° | 253 mm | overcast | 66% | 1.5 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.6h |
| June | Acceptable | 24° - 32° | 31° | 295 mm | overcast | 73% | 1.7 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.8h |
| July | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 31° | 426 mm | overcast | 77% | 2.0 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.7h |
| August | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 31° | 405 mm | overcast | 79% | 2.0 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.4h |
| September | Good | 23° - 30° | 27° | 382 mm | overcast | 79% | 1.6 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Good | 23° - 29° | 26° | 204 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 1.3 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.7h |
| November | Excellent | 22° - 28° | 25° | 59 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 1.6 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.4h |
| December | Excellent | 20° - 28° | 24° | 15 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 2.0 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.2h |