Cambodia Weather Warning: Ministry Alert on Storm Nangka
Issued by: Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology
Date: August 12, 2026
An official Cambodia weather warning has been issued by the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology regarding Storm Status Notice 17: Nangka (T2617). Specifically, Storm Nangka evolved from a low-pressure system in the Western Pacific Ocean. Furthermore, it is occurring alongside Storm Status Notice 16: Peilou (T2616) and Storm Status Notice 15: Chan-hom (T2615).
Although these powerful weather systems are having a strong cumulative impact on the regional monsoon regime, Cambodia itself is not directly in the path of these three storms. However, indirect effects will bring noticeable weather changes across the country from August 12 to August 17, 2026. Therefore, for complete safety advice, read our Cambodia storm preparation guide.
Regional Impact of the Cambodia Weather Warning
As a result of these systems, the weather pattern during this period is categorized into three main geographical zones:
1. Plain Regions
- Affected Areas: Provinces including Kampong Cham, Tbong Khmum, Prey Veng, Svay Rieng, Kandal, Takeo, and Phnom Penh.
- Conditions: Because of shifting air masses, these areas are expected to experience rain mixed with thunder, lightning, and gusts. Consequently, rainfall coverage will reach around 40%.
2. Highland Regions
- Affected Areas: Provinces including Kampong Speu, Pailin, Oddar Meanchey, Preah Vihear, Stung Treng, Kratie, Mondulkiri, Ratanakiri, and the Dangrek mountain range.
- Conditions: In addition to heavy rain, expect thunder, lightning, and gusts. Overall, rainfall coverage will reach around 60%.
3. Coastal Regions Under the Cambodia Weather Warning
- Affected Areas: Koh Kong, Preah Sihanouk, Kampot, Kep, and the Bokor mountain range.
- Conditions: Similarly, expect rain mixed with thunder, lightning, and gusts, with rainfall coverage reaching around 40%.
- Wave Conditions: Meanwhile, sea waves can reach heights between 0.50 meters to 1.75 meters.
Safety Recommendations
Because of these incoming weather developments, the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology urges the public to exercise high vigilance against natural phenomena. In particular, travelers on land and water should take precautions against heavy rain and severe wind gusts.
Meanwhile, the Ministry is closely monitoring the situation and will provide continuous updates if sudden meteorological shifts occur. Therefore, please heed local weather warnings, check travel conditions before heading out, and see our latest climate updates to keep safe during stormy periods.
Stay Safe: Please heed local weather warnings, check travel conditions before heading out, and keep safe during stormy periods.
