Spean Thma Archaeological Site

Ancient stone bridge near Angkor, Khmer-era remains

Spean Thma sits among Angkor-region archaeological features in Siem Reap province; visitors encounter its stone bridgework while exploring the wider circuit of temples and Khmer ruins.

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Spean Thma at a Glance#

Address: Spean Thma, Siem Reap Province, Cambodia

How to Get to Spean Thma#

Spean Thma is in the Siem Reap province and typically reached by tuk-tuk or private vehicle from Siem Reap town (about 20-40 minutes depending on traffic and which Angkor zone is the starting point). It is often combined with nearby Angkor-era sites on a day circuit.

Tips for Visiting Spean Thma#

  • Bring a sunhat and water - the temple precinct is exposed in midday heat.
  • Combine the visit with nearby Angkor-era sites on the same circuit to make the most of transport time from Siem Reap.

Best Time to Visit Spean Thma#

Dry season (November-April) is preferable for clearer weather and easier access to Angkor-era sites.

Dry season
November-April · 22-35°C (72-95°F)
Cooler mornings and dry conditions; easier walking and photography.
Wet season
May-October · 24-33°C (75-91°F)
Heavy rains and lush vegetation; some smaller sites can be muddy or temporarily flooded.

Weather & Climate near Spean Thma#

Climate

Spean Thma's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in April) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 19°C to 35°C. Abundant rainfall (1321 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° - 30° 24° 1 mm some cloud 57% 1.3 m/s 1.7 very high 11.3h
February Ideal 21° - 32° 27° 5 mm mostly sunny 53% 1.3 m/s 1.8 very high 11.6h
March Excellent 23° - 34° 30° 23 mm partly cloudy 57% 1.3 m/s 2.0 very high 11.9h
April Very Good 25° - 35° 33° 60 mm partly cloudy 65% 1.4 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.3h
May Good 25° - 33° 33° 139 mm overcast 75% 1.4 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.6h
June Acceptable 24° - 32° 33° 169 mm overcast 82% 1.5 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.8h
July Acceptable 24° - 31° 32° 186 mm overcast 85% 1.6 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.7h
August Acceptable 24° - 31° 32° 187 mm overcast 86% 1.6 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.4h
September Acceptable 24° - 31° 31° 271 mm overcast 87% 1.2 m/s 2.0 very high 12.1h
October Very Good 23° - 30° 27° 192 mm partly cloudy 84% 1.1 m/s 1.8 very high 11.7h
November Excellent 21° - 30° 26° 77 mm partly cloudy 78% 1.3 m/s 1.7 very high 11.4h
December Ideal 19° - 30° 24° 11 mm some cloud 65% 1.6 m/s 1.7 very high 11.2h

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