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Battambang offers a quietly authentic Cambodian life with wide sidewalks, French-era architecture, and a growing sense of creative energy—rare outside the capital. It’s ideal for expats seeking affordability and community without the chaos of city living. Daily life is straightforward: public transport is reliable, healthcare is adequate for routine needs, and basic housing costs are low. Still, specialized medical care requires travel to Phnom Penh. The expat scene is small, so self-reliance helps. Not a hub, but a place to settle into rhythm, not spectacle.
Population
154,773
Area
842 km²
Density
184 per km²
Founded
-
Language
Khmer
Distance to Coast
118 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Battambang
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Climate & Weather in Battambang
Battambang has a tropical savanna climate (Köppen Aw) with very hot conditions year-round, a pronounced wet season, and a drier winter half-year. Long-term climate data indicate annual rainfall around 1467 mm, with humidity generally lower than much of Cambodia but still persistently moist for much of the year.
Summer Average
34°C
Winter Average
30°C
Climate Type
Tropical Savanna
Rainy Days
110
Sunny Days
280
Humidity
72%
Spring
March - May
32-36°C
Spring is one of the hottest periods of the year, with very warm afternoons and increasing pre-monsoon heat. Rainfall begins to build toward the end of the season.
Low rainfall
Summer
June - August
30-34°C
Summer is hot, humid, and rainy as the southwest monsoon brings frequent showers and thunderstorms. Daytime heat remains strong, but cloud cover and rain offer some relief.
High rainfall
Autumn
September - November
29-33°C
Autumn is the wettest part of the year, especially in September and October, when rainfall peaks. Conditions stay warm and humid, with periodic heavy rain.
Very High rainfall
Winter
December - February
28-32°C
Winter is the driest and slightly cooler season, though temperatures remain tropical by global standards. Skies are often clearer and humidity is somewhat lower than during the monsoon months.
Low rainfall
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Air Quality
Battambang
Advantages
Battambang
Affordable cost of living
Relaxed, laid-back atmosphere
Rich cultural heritage sites
Growing expat community
Beautiful riverside location
Authentic local experiences
Disadvantages
Battambang
Limited higher education options
Few coworking spaces available
Underdeveloped job market
Basic infrastructure quality
Limited entertainment venues
Safety & Security in Battambang
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
47
/100
Cambodia Avg
55
Asia Avg
57
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Battambang to Cambodia averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Battambang
Cambodia Average
Safety Index
0510
Critical
Safety from Crime
0510
Dangerous
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Critical
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Moderate
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Dangerous
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 79/100
No data for Battambang — showing hazard indicators from nearby Sisophon (~58 km).
