Ho Chi Minh City vs Phnom Penh

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Phnom Penh edges ahead as the better destination in June. Phnom Penh offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 24 rain days, while Ho Chi Minh City sees 9 sunshine hours and 27 rain days.

Ho Chi Minh City can feel quite hot at 31°C, so plan for heat. Phnom Penh runs hot at 32°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Phnom Penh is the stronger choice in June. Phnom Penh receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Ho Chi Minh City reaches an average high of 31°C (88°F) and drops to 25°C (77°F) at night during June. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Phnom Penh averages 32°C (90°F) for the high and 25°C (77°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in June.

Ho Chi Minh City receives approximately 246 mm of rainfall across 27 rain days during June. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Phnom Penh sees 154 mm over 24 rain days. That makes Phnom Penh the drier option by 3 rain days and 92 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.