Siem Reap vs Bangkok

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Bangkok edges ahead as the better destination in April. Bangkok offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Siem Reap sees 11 sunshine hours and 15 rain days.

Siem Reap can feel quite hot at 34°C, so plan for heat. Bangkok runs hot at 35°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Bangkok is the stronger choice in April.

Siem Reap reaches an average high of 34°C (93°F) and drops to 26°C (79°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Bangkok averages 35°C (95°F) for the high and 27°C (81°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°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 April.

Siem Reap receives approximately 98 mm of rainfall across 15 rain days during April. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Bangkok sees 71 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Bangkok the drier option by 4 rain days and 27 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.