Phnom Penh in August — Worth Visiting?

KH · 2026 Crowd Index Analysis

40
Low Crowds
August crowd index (out of 100)
Great time to visit — fewer tourists, shorter queues
January 70/100 High
February 65/100 Moderate
March 55/100 Moderate
April 45/100 Low
May 40/100 Low
June 35/100 Low
July 40/100 Low
August 40/100 Low
September 35/100 Low
October 45/100 Low
November 60/100 Moderate
December 75/100 High
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
✅ August is an excellent time to visit Phnom Penh. Attractions are less crowded, wait times are short, and accommodation tends to be more affordable.
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🏆 Top Attractions in Phnom Penh

Royal Palace of Cambodia
Museum
Phnom Penh Night Market
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Phnom Penh City Tour Bus
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Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
Museum
Independence Monument
Museum
Tonle Sap River
Nature
Wat Phnom Daun Penh
Museum
National Museum of Cambodia
Museum
Orussey Market
Other
Choeung Ek Genocidal Center
Other
Royal Palace Park
Museum
Olympic Market
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📅 All 12 Months at a Glance

70 Jan 65 Feb 55 Mar 45 Apr 40 May 35 Jun 40 Jul 40 Aug 35 Sep 45 Oct 60 Nov 75 Dec
Is August a good time to visit Phnom Penh?
Phnom Penh in August has a crowd index of 40/100 (Low). This is one of the best months to visit, with fewer tourists and shorter queues.
What is the best month to visit Phnom Penh?
The best months to visit Phnom Penh with fewest crowds are June (35/100), September (35/100), and May (40/100).
When is Phnom Penh most crowded?
Phnom Penh is busiest in December (75/100), January (70/100), and February (65/100). Plan accordingly if visiting during these months.