Siem Reap in May — Worth Visiting?

KH · 2026 Crowd Index Analysis

40
Low Crowds
May 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
✅ May is an excellent time to visit Siem Reap. Attractions are less crowded, wait times are short, and accommodation tends to be more affordable.
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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 May a good time to visit Siem Reap?
Siem Reap in May 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 Siem Reap?
The best months to visit Siem Reap with fewest crowds are June (35/100), September (35/100), and May (40/100).
When is Siem Reap most crowded?
Siem Reap is busiest in December (75/100), January (70/100), and February (65/100). Plan accordingly if visiting during these months.