American Samoa

American Samoa Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in American Samoa in January.

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Utulei

Are you planning a trip a to American Samoa in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in American Samoa in January

January in American Samoa generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Utulei. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

For specific regional insights in American Samoa, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

January is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 368 mm (14 in) in Utulei. Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Utulei.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Utulei gets approximately 167 hours of sunlight in January, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Best Places to Visit in American Samoa in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across American Samoa.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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tolerable
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in American Samoa

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in American Samoa?

Utulei

In January Utulei generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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December
January
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Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
167 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
318 mm (13 in)
368 mm (14 in)
336 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Utulei →

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American Samoa weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in American Samoa in January?

American Samoa typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Utulei average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in American Samoa in January?

Average temperatures in American Samoa during January range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Utulei.

Does American Samoa get a lot of rain in January?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Utulei records an average of 368 mm (14 in) in January, putting it among the wetter months for American Samoa.

Is January a Good Time to Visit American Samoa?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to American Samoa with often poor weather in Utulei.

On average, the best time to visit American Samoa is in June, July, August and September with generally pleasant weather in Utulei. In contrast, January, February, March, April and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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