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For expats seeking an authentic, less-trodden path in Cambodia, Krong Samraong offers a unique opportunity. This smaller city provides a quieter, more integrated daily life, far from the bustling tourist centers, allowing for a genuine local experience. You'll find a generally safe environment, with basic healthcare services and functional local transport available for daily needs. However, those accustomed to a large, established international community or extensive Western amenities should note the limited expat infrastructure, requiring a greater willingness to immerse fully and embrace self-reliance.
Population
18,694
Area
-
Density
-
Founded
-
Language
Khmer
Distance to Coast
250 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Krong Samraong
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Climate & Weather in Krong Samraong
Krong Samraong has a **Tropical Monsoon** climate (Köppen: **Am**) typical of much of Cambodia, with hot temperatures year-round and a strong wet season from roughly May to mid-November and a drier season from mid-November to April. Long-term climate patterns for Cambodia indicate humid conditions, high rainfall, and consistently warm temperatures, which align with the current overcast, humid weather near 30°C.
Summer Average
31°C
Winter Average
26°C
Climate Type
Tropical Monsoon
Rainy Days
160
Sunny Days
240
Humidity
78%
Spring
March - May
29-35°C
Hot conditions build rapidly in spring, with increasing humidity and frequent afternoon showers toward late spring. This is a transition period into the main rainy season.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
28-32°C
Summer is very warm, humid, and cloudy, with frequent to heavy monsoon rain. Sunshine is limited by persistent cloud cover and thunderstorms.
Very High rainfall
Autumn
September - November
27-31°C
Autumn remains warm and humid, but rainfall gradually decreases as the monsoon weakens. Late autumn becomes noticeably drier and brighter.
High rainfall
Winter
December - February
24-30°C
Winter is the drier and slightly cooler season, though temperatures remain warm by global standards. Humidity stays relatively high, but rain is much less frequent than during the monsoon.
Low rainfall
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Air Quality
Krong Samraong
Advantages
Krong Samraong
Abundant natural parks
Low cost living
Close-knit community
Peaceful small-town atmosphere
Gateway to nature exploration
Disadvantages
Krong Samraong
Limited higher education options
Few job opportunities locally
Basic healthcare facilities
Poor internet connectivity
Limited entertainment venues
Safety & Security in Krong Samraong
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
55
/100
Cambodia Avg
55
Asia Avg
57
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
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Krong Samraong
Cambodia Average
No city-specific data available — showing Cambodia country averages instead.
Safety Index
0510
Moderate
Safety from Crime
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Good
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Low
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Moderate
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Concerning
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 83/100
No data for Krong Samraong — showing hazard indicators from nearby Surin (~74 km).
