Wat Moha Leap Temple
Large 18th-century Buddhist monastery with ornate architecture
Wat Moha Leap at a Glance#
Address: Wat Moha Leap, Kampong Cham province, Cambodia
Hours: Daily 7am-6pm
Admission: Free (donations to temple welcome)
How to Get to Wat Moha Leap#
Kampong Cham town is on National Road 7 about 120 km from Phnom Penh. From the town center, Wat Moha Leap is a short tuk-tuk ride. Shared buses and private taxis connect Phnom Penh and Kampong Cham regularly.
Tips for Visiting Wat Moha Leap#
- Climb the external walkway early to watch the play of light on the carved façade.
- Speak with the resident monks-many are happy to explain the temple's history and recent restoration efforts.
- Dress conservatively; remove shoes before entering interior chapels.
Best Time to Visit Wat Moha Leap#
Best visited in the cool, dry months (November-February) for comfortable exploring and clearer skies.
Cool/dry
Nov-Feb · 20-30°C
Most comfortable weather and travel conditions.
Hot
Mar-May · 28-38°C
Intense heat-visit early or late in the day.
Rainy
Jun-Oct · 24-32°C
Lush surrounds; some rural roads may be muddy.
Weather & Climate near Wat Moha Leap#
Climate
Wat Moha Leap'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 (1643 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 73
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryJanuaryDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
43°
Warmest Month
15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 21° - 31° | 26° | 5 mm | partly cloudy | 57% | 2.1 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.4h |
| February | Ideal | 22° - 32° | 27° | 8 mm | some cloud | 50% | 1.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.7h |
| March | Excellent | 25° - 33° | 29° | 33 mm | partly cloudy | 51% | 1.7 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Good | 25° - 34° | 31° | 86 mm | partly cloudy | 57% | 1.5 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.3h |
| May | Acceptable | 25° - 33° | 33° | 217 mm | overcast | 72% | 1.3 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.5h |
| June | Acceptable | 24° - 32° | 32° | 219 mm | overcast | 81% | 1.4 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.7h |
| July | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 31° | 216 mm | overcast | 83% | 1.7 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.6h |
| August | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 31° | 227 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.7 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.4h |
| September | Good | 24° - 31° | 31° | 262 mm | overcast | 86% | 1.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Good | 24° - 30° | 30° | 246 mm | overcast | 85% | 1.5 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 11.8h |
| November | Very Good | 23° - 30° | 26° | 100 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 2.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.5h |
| December | Excellent | 21° - 30° | 26° | 24 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 2.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.3h |