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Apia Climate by Month

Apia has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

The temperature in Apia remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently comfortable climate. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in March to a comfortable 28°C in the coolest month, August. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 25°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Apia has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 3009 mm of rainfall annually. The climate in Apia shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in January, with an average of 369 mm of precipitation over 16 rainy days. In contrast, August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 139 mm of rainfall over 18 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Apia offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between August (7.4 hours daily) and January (5.0 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Apia in Samoa

Apia has high temperatures year round ranging between 28°C and 29°C.
The average rainfall figures in Apia are quite high. Throughout the year, you have a chance of prolonged precipitation. So no matter what time of year you go, you will always have to deal with a high number of rainy days. This makes it more challenging to point out the best time of year to visit. If we needed to pick one month we would choose August which is the sunniest month of the year.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Apia?
    March has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Apia?
    The coolest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Apia?
    January tops the wettest month list with 369 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Apia?
    August is the driest month with 139 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Apia?
    August is the sunniest month with an average of 221 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Apia

    Thu   Nov 21
    28°C | 25°C
    E 11 km/h
    87 mm
    overcast and thunder

    overcast and thunder

    Fri   Nov 22
    28°C | 26°C
    E 14 km/h
    8.6 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    29°C | 26°C
    E 14 km/h
    7.8 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder