Cambodia Phnom Penh East Mission
The Cambodia Phnom Penh East Mission is one of 2 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Cambodia, centered on Phnom Penh. Below you’ll find tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Organized1 July 2024
- Mission leadersAllen and Alisa Hicken began serving around July 2024, according to the Church Newsroom.
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in Khmer; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the Phnom Penh Cambodia Temple, in the mission area.
- WeatherNear Phnom Penh, the warmest month is usually March (average high about 94°F / 35°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 73°F / 23°C), with roughly 2,041 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are July, August, September and October.
- The Church hereCambodia has about 18,070 Church members.
This is an unofficial family guide, not affiliated with the Church; always follow your call packet and the Missionary Portal.
Mission office
Address & phone
We haven’t verified this mission’s office address, phone or email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal. as of October 8, 2026
Mission leaders
Who leads the mission
Allen and Alisa Hicken
Serving since July 2024 · new leaders expected July 2027
Source: Church Newsroom 2024 · as of October 8, 2026
Letters & packages
How to send letters & packages
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables.
- Your missionary can email weekly on P-day (preparation day: their weekly day for errands, letters and rest); letters and packages are optional extras.
- Confirm the current mailing address with the mission office or the call packet before sending — offices move.
- Small, padded envelopes usually travel faster and cheaper than boxes; declare contents honestly and avoid restricted items.
Weather & climate
Seasons, rain & live weather
Profile: tropical, hot-summer, very-wet · about 2041 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 90°F / 32°C | 73°F / 23°C | 17 mm |
| Feb | 92°F / 34°C | 74°F / 23°C | 16 mm |
| Mar | 94°F / 35°C | 77°F / 25°C | 39 mm |
| Apr | 94°F / 35°C | 79°F / 26°C | 103 mm |
| May | 92°F / 34°C | 79°F / 26°C | 200 mm |
| Jun | 91°F / 33°C | 78°F / 26°C | 170 mm |
| Jul | 90°F / 32°C | 78°F / 25°C | 244 mm |
| Aug | 90°F / 32°C | 78°F / 25°C | 244 mm |
| Sep | 88°F / 31°C | 77°F / 25°C | 377 mm |
| Oct | 88°F / 31°C | 76°F / 24°C | 294 mm |
| Nov | 88°F / 31°C | 75°F / 24°C | 151 mm |
| Dec | 88°F / 31°C | 73°F / 23°C | 32 mm |
Monthly averages computed from Open-Meteo historical weather data (2016–2025, ERA5 reanalysis) for a ~1° grid cell near the mission city. Approximate; local altitude and coast effects vary.
Language
What you’ll speak
Khmer
Khmer has its own script and is not tonal. The "sampeah" (palms together, slight bow) is the traditional greeting.
Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.
Nearby temples
Closest temples & distances
- Phnom Penh Cambodia Temple — Operating (30 August 2026) · in or near Phnom Penh
- Bangkok Thailand Temple — Operating (22 October 2023) · about 334 mi (538 km) from Phnom Penh
The Church in Cambodia
Members & congregations
- Church Membership
- 18,070
- Stakes
- 2
- Congregations
- 30
- FamilySearch Centers
- 12
- Missions
- 2
Practical
Time zone, currency, calling code
- Time zone
- Asia/Phnom_Penh
- Currency
- KHR
- Country code
- +855
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution as of 2026-10-08
- Organized
- 1 July 2024
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- Use the sampeah greeting.
- Remove shoes before entering homes.
Foods: Amok, Lok lak, Rice with everything
Common questions
Quick answers
Who is the mission president of the Cambodia Phnom Penh East Mission?
The mission leaders are Allen and Alisa Hicken, who began serving around July 2024, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2027.
How do I send a package to a missionary in the Cambodia Phnom Penh East Mission?
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.
What language do missionaries speak in the Cambodia Phnom Penh East Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in Khmer. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Cambodia Phnom Penh East Mission?
Near Phnom Penh, the warmest month is usually March (average high about 94°F / 35°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 73°F / 23°C), with roughly 2,041 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are July, August, September and October. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
What temples are near the Cambodia Phnom Penh East Mission?
Operating temples nearby include Phnom Penh Cambodia Temple and Bangkok Thailand Temple (about 538 km).
When was the Cambodia Phnom Penh East Mission organized?
The mission was organized on 1 July 2024.
Other missions in Cambodia
Other missions nearby
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources