Poipet, Cambodia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Poipet, Cambodia? If you're planning to go to Poipet, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Poipet, Cambodia

Based on the climate and weather in Poipet, the best time to go is January. See below for details.

Important essentials for Poipet, Cambodia

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Poipet, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards can get worn. An unreadable card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly choice.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to take an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a good one.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

What to wear/what to pack for Poipet, Cambodia by month

Already know when you're traveling?

January

January here very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.

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February

February here dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.

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March

If you go to Poipet in March, you will notice that it is sweltering. Expect it to rain sometimes. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 80s F (low 20s C).

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April

Traveling to Poipet in April, you will notice that it is scorchingly hot. Expect it to rain regularly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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May

Traveling to Poipet in May, you will notice that it can be blisteringly hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 80s F (low 20s C).

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June

June here is consistently hot. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.

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July

If you are traveling to Poipet in July, you will notice that it can be sweltering. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

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August

August in Poipet is consistently hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about two thirds of the time.

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September

Traveling to Poipet in September, you will notice that it can be sweltering. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

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October

October here is extremely hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.

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November

If you go to Poipet in November, you will notice that it can be very hot. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (mid 20s C).

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December

If you are traveling to Poipet in December, you will notice that it very dry with almost no rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

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