Phnom Svay Reclining Buddha Temple
Large reclining Buddha statue at Phnom Svay temple
A provincial reclining Buddha site in Cambodia visited for its large statue, surrounding temple ruins and local religious observance; travelers often combine this stop with wider regional temple exploration.
Phnom Svay Reclining Buddha at a Glance#
About Phnom Svay Reclining Buddha#
On a shady plateau near the summit of Phnom Svay lies a reclining image of the Buddha, eyes closed as he passes into enlightenment. The atmosphere is serene, and the location, along the road towards the waterfalls east of Sen Monorom, makes it an almost mandatory stop on any day trip heading out of town.
The image is tended by the monks of Wat Rahtanharahm, which sits near the base of the hill. If you call in on the way back from your outing, climb to the top for a sunset viewpoint that looks out over most of the town.
Best Time to Visit Phnom Svay Reclining Buddha#
The cool, dry months (November-February) are the best time to visit for comfortable weather and easier access.
Weather & Climate near Phnom Svay Reclining Buddha#
Phnom Svay Reclining Buddha'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 (1334 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 19° - 31° | 25° | 1 mm | some cloud | 57% | 1.2 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.3h |
| February | Ideal | 21° - 33° | 28° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 53% | 1.5 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.6h |
| March | Excellent | 24° - 34° | 30° | 24 mm | partly cloudy | 57% | 1.8 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Very Good | 25° - 35° | 34° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 65% | 1.6 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.3h |
| May | Acceptable | 25° - 34° | 34° | 143 mm | overcast | 75% | 1.5 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.6h |
| June | Acceptable | 25° - 33° | 34° | 173 mm | overcast | 82% | 1.7 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.8h |
| July | Acceptable | 24° - 32° | 33° | 188 mm | overcast | 85% | 1.6 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.7h |
| August | Acceptable | 24° - 32° | 33° | 183 mm | overcast | 86% | 1.6 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.4h |
| September | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 32° | 262 mm | overcast | 87% | 1.1 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.1h |
| October | Very Good | 24° - 31° | 30° | 197 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 1.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.7h |
| November | Excellent | 22° - 30° | 26° | 83 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 1.5 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.4h |
| December | Ideal | 19° - 30° | 25° | 12 mm | some cloud | 65% | 1.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.2h |
