Wat Hanchey
Temple Hilltop Buddhist temple in Kampong Cham with shrine
Perched above the Mekong near Kampong Cham, Wat Hanchey is a hilltop Buddhist temple with stupas and views; visitors come for pilgrimage, skyline views, and local festivals.
How to Get to Wat Hanchey #
Wat Hanchey is near Kampong Cham city. From Kampong Cham, take local transport or a tuk-tuk toward the hill temple; the site is accessible by a short climb from the roadside. Confirm directions locally as minor roads and paths lead up to the temple.
Tips for Visiting Wat Hanchey #
- Visit early in the morning to avoid heat and to hear the temple bells and birds.
- Wear modest clothing and follow local customs when entering temple grounds.
- Keep an eye out for bas-reliefs and lintel carvings-small details that are often overlooked.
Best Time to Visit Wat Hanchey #
Dry season is preferable for visiting Khmer temple sites for easier access and fewer interruptions from rain.
Weather & Climate near Wat Hanchey #
Wat Hanchey's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 20°C to 34°C. Abundant rainfall (1743 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 8 mm.
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February
February is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 30°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (216 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (244 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (284 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (228 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 (305 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (214 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Regular rainfall (80 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.
