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Pago Pago weather in January (Samoa)

What kind of weather does January bring to Pago Pago? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Pago Pago generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 29°C. At night, it falls to around 26°C. These temperatures are typical, but it's wise to prepare for hotter days. Dress in light, airy clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Pago Pago in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 367 mm for the month. Prepare for the heaviest rain of the year this month, which often comes in heavy showers. A poncho is a smart choice to stay dry. Climate data suggests that about 16 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 167 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Pago Pago. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Pago Pago climate page with graphs.

 

Pago Pago, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 367 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 83%  
SunshineSunshine 167 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 40%  

Where to go in Samoa in January

Find out more about the weather in Samoa and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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