Wat Pipuhd
Temple Small Cambodian Buddhist temple with traditional architecture
Wat Pipuhd is a Cambodian Buddhist temple where visitors can study local religious architecture and observe monastic life and community ceremonies.
How to Get to Wat Pipuhd #
As a rural temple, Wat Pipuhd is best accessed by local transport-motorbike, tuk‑tuk, or car-from the nearest provincial town. Public transport options vary; hiring local transport ensures arrival and departure times align with temple openings.
Tips for Visiting Wat Pipuhd #
- Check local festival calendars-small wats often host important religious days when the compound life is most animated.
- If interested in architecture, ask the caretakers about recent repairs-local materials and techniques are sometimes demonstrated to visitors.
- Avoid mid‑day visits in hot months; morning and late afternoon reveal better light and cooler temperatures.
Best Time to Visit Wat Pipuhd #
Visit during the cool season for comfort and the most active daily temple life; the rainy season enhances the surrounding greenery.
Weather & Climate near Wat Pipuhd #
Wat Pipuhd's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with very hot summers (peaking in April) and hot winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 20°C to 35°C. Abundant rainfall (1288 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 6 mm.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 29°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 32°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 35°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 35°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (149 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 35°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (159 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (138 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (147 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (226 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (212 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Regular rainfall (92 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
