Driest Cities in Cambodia

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Cambodia

1 Sisophon 25 43.7"

2 Yeang Dangkum 25 44.1"

3 Ou Bei Choan 25 44.1"

4 Damnak Khchas 24 44.9"

5 Kampong Thkov 24 45.2"

6 Kuttasat 25 47.4"

7 Yeang 24 48.2"

8 Kampong Speu 04 48.7"

9 Ou Char 29 49.6"

10 Phum Ânlŭng Vĭl 29 49.6"

11 Phumĭ Yoŭl Toŭng 19 49.6"

12 Battambang 29 49.6"

13 Ŏdŏngk 05 50.1"

14 Kandoeng 19 50.2"

15 Khnach Romeas 29 50.4"

16 Kouk Trab 07 50.4"

17 Siem Reab 24 50.4"

18 Ampov Prey 07 50.4"

19 Ta Khmau 07 50.4"

20 Phumĭ Véal Tônsay 04 50.6"

21 Kak 04 50.9"

22 Svay Rumpea 04 50.9"

23 Preaek Khsay Kha 14 51.0"

24 Prey Veng 14 51.7"

25 Angkor Angk 14 51.7"

26 Khpob Ateav 07 51.7"

27 Otdam Souriya 19 51.8"

28 Ângk Tasaôm 19 51.8"

29 Tuŏl Tumpung 22 51.9"

30 Tœ̆k L’ák 22 51.9"

31 Boeng Kak Muoy 22 51.9"

32 Veal Sbov 22 51.9"

33 Chrang Chamreh Muoy 22 51.9"

34 Boeng Kak Pir 22 51.9"

35 Dangkao 22 51.9"

36 Phnom Penh 22 51.9"

37 Phumĭ Tnaôt 05 52.2"

38 Chŏng Kal 27 52.5"

39 Paoy Paet 25 52.8"

40 Phumĭ Ângkôr Borei 19 53.4"

41 Siem Reap 24 53.4"

42 Anlong Thnaot 12 53.4"

43 Chhnok Tru 03 53.8"

44 Kampong Trabaek 14 54.1"

45 Ou Smach 27 54.3"

46 Kdol 03 54.5"

47 Ampil Pram Daeum 29 54.5"

48 Angkor Sar 14 54.9"

49 Pursat 12 55.2"

50 Chealea 02 55.3"

51 Phumĭ Ândong Poŭthĭ 18 55.5"

52 Phumĭ Véal Srê 19 55.5"

53 Takeo 19 55.5"

54 Anlong Veaeng 27 56.7"

55 Samraong 27 56.9"

56 Khŭm Ânsaông 14 57.1"

57 Kantueu Pir 29 57.3"

58 Phumĭ Khchau 02 57.4"

59 Ou Svay 27 57.6"

60 Anhchanh Rung 03 57.9"

61 Trapeang Chan 03 57.9"

62 Haong Samnam 04 58.9"

63 Ph’av 02 60.6"

64 Khŭm Ângkôr Ban 02 60.6"

65 Aachar Leak 05 61.0"

66 Damrei Choan Khla 05 61.0"

67 Kampong Thom 05 61.0"

68 Svay Rieng 18 61.5"

69 Andoung Trabaek 18 63.3"

70 Kampong Cham 02 64.4"

71 Phumĭ Koŭk Kóng 14 64.7"

72 Tbeng Meanchey 13 65.0"

73 Voat Angk Khang Cheung 21 65.0"

74 Voat Angk Khang Tboung 21 65.0"

75 Phumĭ Ândong Snay 03 65.3"

76 Kampong Chhnang 03 65.3"

77 Phumĭ Tnaôt Chŭm 05 65.9"

78 Tăng Krâsăng 05 65.9"

79 Bavet 18 65.9"

80 Phumĭ Âmpĭl Leu 02 66.8"

81 Sdach Kong Khang Cheung 21 68.4"

82 Banteay Meas Khang Kaeut 21 68.4"

83 Stung Treng 17 69.8"

84 Tuek Kraham 13 70.3"

85 Areaks Tnaot 02 70.9"

86 Lvea Leu 02 71.0"

87 Suong 31 71.2"

88 Roka Kandal 09 71.5"

89 Ou Ruessei 09 71.5"

90 Kratié 09 71.5"

91 Preaek Prasab 09 71.5"

92 Roka Khnaor 31 72.6"

93 Han Chey 09 73.0"

94 Chhloung 09 73.0"

95 Pongro 09 73.0"

96 Kanhchor 09 74.8"

97 Preaek Saman 09 74.8"

98 Damrei Phong 09 74.8"

99 Phumĭ Ânhchaeum 31 76.2"

100 Angkoul 26 76.9"

The driest cities in Cambodia receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Sisophon receives just 43.7 inches of precipitation annually.

Dry climates offer benefits including more sunny days, less seasonal affective disorder, lower humidity, and reduced mold and allergen concerns. These cities are often located in the desert Southwest or other arid regions with dramatic natural landscapes.

Water management is a critical concern for the driest cities, many of which rely on distant water sources, desalination, or strict conservation measures. As populations grow in these areas, sustainable water use and drought resilience become increasingly important priorities.

Did You Know?

1. Sisophon gets just 43.7" of precipitation per year — less than many cities get in a single month.
2. Most of the driest cities are in the desert Southwest, where evaporation often exceeds precipitation by a factor of 10 or more.
3. Water conservation is a way of life in these cities, with many implementing xeriscaping requirements and water usage restrictions.

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