Phnom Penh vs Ho Chi Minh City

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.

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

Phnom Penh reaches an average high of 32°C (90°F) and drops to 25°C (77°F) at night during June. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Ho Chi Minh City averages 31°C (88°F) for the high and 25°C (77°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°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.

Phnom Penh receives approximately 154 mm of rainfall across 24 rain days during June. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Ho Chi Minh City sees 246 mm over 27 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%.