Samoa

Samoa Weather & Climate: Monthly Averages

Monthly climate averages for Samoa, temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

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Apia Salelologa Manase Lalomanu

Climate overview of Samoa

The weather in Samoa can be called tropical. You will find year round sunshine with temperatures rarely dropping below 27°C (81°F) by day and sea temperatures averaging around 24°C (75°F).

Summer begins in December and lasts until April. During this time it is hot and humid, 31°C (88°F) by day, with bright sunny mornings and often late afternoon downpours. This is also called the 'wet season'. By the beginning of May, a slightly cooler climate sets in with cooling trade winds from the south east. Temperatures however are still comfortably warm by day 28°C (82°F) and night 23°C (73°F).

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Apia Salelologa Manase Lalomanu Mulifanua Pago Pago

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Regional climate differences

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Upolu

25°C (77°F) – 29°C (84°F)

3009 mm (118 in) / year

2,252 hours / year

Based on Apia

Savaii

24°C (75°F) – 29°C (84°F)

2622 mm (103 in) / year

2,252 hours / year

Based on Salelologa

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.


Apia	28°C (82°F) – 29°C (84°F)	25°C (77°F) – 26°C (79°F)	3009 mm (118 in)	2,252 hours
Salelologa	28°C (82°F) – 29°C (84°F)	24°C (75°F) – 25°C (77°F)	2622 mm (103 in)	2,252 hours
Manase	27°C (81°F) – 28°C (82°F)	24°C (75°F) – 25°C (77°F)	2779 mm (109 in)	—
Lalomanu	28°C (82°F) – 29°C (84°F)	25°C (77°F) – 26°C (79°F)	3005 mm (118 in)	2,252 hours
Mulifanua	28°C (82°F) – 29°C (84°F)	25°C (77°F) – 26°C (79°F)	2438 mm (96 in)	2,252 hours
Pago Pago	28°C (82°F) – 30°C (86°F)	26°C (79°F) – 26°C (79°F)	2635 mm (104 in)	1,870 hours

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FAQ

What is the best time to visit Samoa?

The warmest month in Pago Pago is March, with daytime highs of 30°C (86°F). Apia is the sunniest destination, with 221 hours of sunshine in August. Explore Samoa weather by month for a detailed breakdown.

What temperatures can I expect in Samoa?

Pago Pago is the warmest destination, reaching 30°C (86°F) in March with nights around 26°C (79°F). Manase is the coolest, with August daytime highs of just 27°C (81°F) and nights dropping to 24°C (75°F). Temperatures are relatively stable throughout the year. See the city comparison for a full overview.

How much rain does Samoa get?

Rainfall varies across Samoa. Apia is the wettest, receiving 3009 mm (118 in) per year, with January the wettest month at 369 mm (15 in). Pago Pago is the driest at 2635 mm (104 in) per year. Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.

How sunny is Samoa?

Apia is the sunniest destination in Samoa, enjoying 2,252 hours of sunshine per year, with August the brightest month at 221 hours. Overall, Samoa enjoys abundant sunshine year-round. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.

What is the climate like across Samoa?

Apia has warm summers reaching 29°C (84°F) in March and warm winters dropping to 28°C (82°F), with 2,252 hours of sunshine and 3009 mm (118 in) of rain per year. Salelologa has warm summers reaching 29°C (84°F) in March and warm winters dropping to 28°C (82°F), with 2,252 hours of sunshine and 2622 mm (103 in) of rain per year. Manase has warm summers reaching 28°C (82°F) in March and warm winters dropping to 27°C (81°F), with 0 hours of sunshine and 2779 mm (109 in) of rain per year. Explore the climate charts and comparison table for more cities.