Phnom Penh, Cambodia uses Asia/Phnom_Penh, currently +07 (UTC+07:00). No clock changes are scheduled in the next 12 months.
Phnom Penh is the capital of Cambodia, with a population of about 1.6 million. Unlike many places, it does not observe daylight saving time.
The band below is your local scale — accent shows when everyone's business hours overlap. Add or remove a city on the left and this updates too.
Written for people arriving, calling in, or planning a trip around the time difference.
Areas near the riverfront and central districts put markets, temples, and transit options within a short ride of each other, while quieter residential zones sit further from the main sights. Traffic congestion makes a central base worth the higher cost for short stays.
Riverside promenades and the city's temples are most comfortable to explore in the early morning or evening, avoiding the heat of midday. The dry season generally offers the most reliable conditions for sightseeing.
Tuk-tuks and ride-hailing apps are the most common way to get around, since public transit options remain limited. Traffic can be unpredictable, so building extra time into any cross-town trip is wise.
The dry season, roughly November through April, brings lower humidity and less rainfall, making it the more comfortable stretch for outdoor exploration. The wet season brings heavier, more frequent downpours, especially in the afternoon.
Cambodia uses the KHR, calling code +855.
Cambodia's official currency is the riel, though US dollars circulate widely and are accepted almost everywhere. Khmer is the national language; a soft-spoken, polite manner is generally appreciated.
