Angkor Wat in Cambodia near Siam Reap is known for its stunning temples and historical significance. It also offers some magnificent spots to watch the full moon. Here are some of the best locations to experience this monthly celestial event:
- 3 Sat Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 17:02 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 17:45 06:10
- 19 Mon New Moon New Moon 🕐 02:52 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 06:50 18:27
- 2 Mon Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 05:09 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 18:34 06:42
- 17 Tue New Moon New Moon 🕐 19:01 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 06:11 18:04
- 3 Tue Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 18:37 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 18:09 06:01
- 19 Thu New Moon New Moon 🕐 08:23 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 06:05 18:32
- 2 Thu Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 09:12 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 18:29 05:50
- 17 Fri New Moon New Moon 🕐 18:51 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 05:20 18:09
- 2 Sat Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 00:23 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 18:53 05:44
- 17 Sun New Moon New Moon 🕐 03:01 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 05:38 19:03
- 31 Sun Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 15:45 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 18:33 05:10
- 15 Mon New Moon New Moon 🕐 09:54 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 05:23 18:56
- 30 Tue Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 06:56 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 19:01 05:37
- 14 Tue New Moon New Moon 🕐 16:43 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 05:16 18:41
- 29 Wed Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 21:35 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 18:29 05:17
- 13 Thu New Moon New Moon 🕐 00:36 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 06:09 18:58
- 28 Fri Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 11:18 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 18:25 05:44
- 11 Fri New Moon New Moon 🕐 10:26 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 05:46 18:13
- 26 Sat Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 23:49 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 17:37 05:16
- 10 Sat New Moon New Moon 🕐 22:50 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 05:20 17:26
- 26 Mon Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 11:11 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 17:38 05:44
- 9 Mon New Moon New Moon 🕐 14:02 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 05:47 17:26
- 24 Tue Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 21:53 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 17:10 05:28
- 9 Wed New Moon New Moon 🕐 07:51 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 06:20 17:45
- 24 Thu Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 08:28 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 18:02 06:26
- 8 Fri New Moon New Moon 🕐 03:24 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 06:45 18:17
- 22 Fri Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 19:17 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 17:53 06:08
- 6 Sat New Moon New Moon 🕐 22:56 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 06:08 17:52
- 21 Sun Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 06:23 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 18:36 06:25
- 8 Mon New Moon New Moon 🕐 16:29 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 05:59 18:11
- 22 Mon Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 17:43 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 18:11 05:41
- 7 Wed New Moon New Moon 🕐 06:51 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 05:48 18:34
- 21 Wed Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 05:27 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 18:42 05:40
- 6 Thu New Moon New Moon 🕐 17:58 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 05:08 18:16
- 20 Thu Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 17:59 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 18:23 05:05
- 5 Sat New Moon New Moon 🕐 02:40 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 05:40 19:10
- 19 Sat Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 07:44 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 18:57 05:32
- 4 Sun New Moon New Moon 🕐 10:02 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 05:32 18:56
- 18 Sun Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 22:44 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 18:27 05:12
- 2 Mon New Moon New Moon 🕐 17:05 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 05:23 18:31
- 17 Tue Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 14:28 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 18:25 05:37
- 1 Wed New Moon New Moon 🕐 00:41 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 06:08 18:39
- 16 Thu Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 06:03 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 18:11 05:53
- 30 Thu New Moon New Moon 🕐 09:36 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 05:46 17:55
- 15 Fri Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 20:47 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 17:25 05:23
- 29 Fri New Moon New Moon 🕐 20:36 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 05:24 17:16
- 14 Sun Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 10:25 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 17:35 05:55
- 28 Sun New Moon New Moon 🕐 10:24 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 06:05 17:37
- 13 Mon Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 23:08 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 17:16 05:40
- 28 Tue New Moon New Moon 🕐 03:12 local time Asia/Phnom Penh 06:39 18:11
Times in local time · Angkor Wat (Asia/Phnom Penh) · Moon phases after Meeus (±2 min) · moonrise/moonset for 13.41, 103.87 (±2 min)
In 2026 there are 13 full moons and 12 new moons. Times are shown in local time for Angkor Wat (Asia/Phnom Penh).
In 2027 there are 12 full moons and 13 new moons. Times are shown in local time for Angkor Wat (Asia/Phnom Penh).
The next full moon in Angkor Wat is on October 26, 2026 at 11:11 local time (Asia/Phnom Penh), in 20 days.
The next new moon in Angkor Wat is on October 10, 2026 at 22:50 local time (Asia/Phnom Penh), in 4 days.
On the day of the next full moon (October 26, 2026), the Moon rises in Angkor Wat at 17:38 local time in the east-northeast. It sets the next morning at 06:45 in the west-northwest. A full moon rises around sunset and stays visible all night.
Yes! In 2026 there is a Blue Moon in May – this month has two full moons (local time Angkor Wat).
The times are calculated using the Meeus astronomical algorithm (Jean Meeus, Astronomical Algorithms, Chapter 49) and are accurate to within approximately ±2 minutes. All times are displayed in the local timezone of Angkor Wat (Asia/Phnom Penh).
A full moon occurs when the Moon is on the opposite side of Earth from the Sun, making it appear fully illuminated. A new moon occurs when the Moon is between Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from Earth. The cycle from one new moon to the next takes approximately 29.5 days (a lunar month).
Best Spots to Watch the Full Moon in Angkor Wat
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1. Phnom Bakheng Temple
Phnom Bakheng Temple is a well-known spot for sunset watching, at the same time it’s also an excellent location for full moon viewing. The temple provides a high elevation view of the entire Angkor Wat complex. Climbing the stairs to the top of the temple rewards you with a 360-degree view of the landscape, offering a perfect setting to watch the full moon rise and illuminate the ancient ruins.
2. Reflecting Pond at Angkor Wat
The Reflecting Pond, situated on the left side of the Angkor Wat temples, is a less crowded spot known for capturing beautiful reflections of the temples at sunrise and sunset. It’s also a serene place to watch the full moon, especially with its reflections on the water. This spot allows for a peaceful, picturesque experience, and you can even set up a picnic for a romantic evening under the moonlight.
3. Phnom Krom
Located 12 km southwest of Siem Reap, Phnom Krom is a hill that houses a spectacular Angkorian temple built in the 9th century. This location offers a unique full moon viewing experience. It’s a quieter spot compared to more popular locations, ensuring a more intimate setting. The view from the top of Phnom Krom, overlooking the Tonle Sap, is particularly impressive under the full moon.
Each of these spots in Angkor Wat offers a unique perspective to enjoy the full moon. Whether you prefer the elevated views from Phnom Bakheng Temple, the serene reflections at the Reflecting Pond, or the tranquil setting of Phnom Krom, Angkor Wat provides a magical backdrop for a memorable full moon night. These ancient sites take on a new life under the moon’s glow, offering both tranquility and a connection to the past.
4. Bayon Temple
Bayon Temple is renowned for its large smiling faces on the 54 stone towers. This temple, located in the center of Angkor Thom, offers a mysterious and enchanting atmosphere, particularly under the moonlight. The play of light and shadow on the faces and reliefs can create a mesmerizing experience during a full moon night.
5. Banteay Srei Temple (Citadel of the Women)
Located about 25 km north of the main Angkor temples, Banteay Srei, also known as the Citadel of the Women, is known for its intricate carvings and pink sandstone architecture. This temple, slightly away from the main cluster, could offer a quieter and more intimate full moon viewing experience.
6. Ta Prohm Temple
Famous as the backdrop in the movie “Tomb Raider,” Ta Prohm is unique with its trees growing over and through the temple structures. The intertwining of nature and architecture here provides a surreal setting for moon viewing, where the moonlight filtering through the trees adds to the temple’s mystical charm.
7. Angkor Thom Temples
Angkor Thom, the last capital city of the Khmer Empire, is not a single temple but a complex of several temples, including the famous Bayon. Its large area enclosed by walls and a moat offers various spots for viewing the full moon, with its ancient structures providing a majestic backdrop.
8. Preah Khan Temple
Preah Khan, one of the largest temple sites at Angkor, represents the confluence of Buddhist and Hindu cultures. Its expansive layout and fewer crowds compared to Ta Prohm make it an appealing spot for those seeking a tranquil full moon night amidst ancient ruins.
Each of these temples offers a distinct ambiance and view for full moon enthusiasts. From the mysterious faces of Bayon to the serene Banteay Srei and the mystical Ta Prohm, the Angkor Wat complex is full of spots that are not only historically significant but also perfect for experiencing the enchanting beauty of a full moon night.
