Samoa

Samoa Weather in October

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

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Apia Salelologa Manase Lalomanu

Planning a trip to Samoa this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Samoa in October

October in Samoa generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Apia.

For a closer look at conditions across Samoa, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Mulifanua with an average of 192 mm (7.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Lalomanu with 248 mm (9.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Apia enjoys about 198 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Samoa in October

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Samoa

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Samoa?

Temperature range in Samoa (October)

Precipitation variation in Samoa (October)

Apia

In October Apia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
209 hours
198 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
185 mm (7.3 in)
244 mm (9.6 in)
286 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Apia →

Salelologa

In October Salelologa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
209 hours
198 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
142 mm (5.6 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
245 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Salelologa →

Lalomanu

In October Lalomanu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
209 hours
198 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
192 mm (7.6 in)
248 mm (9.8 in)
278 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Lalomanu →

Manase

In October Manase generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
246 mm (9.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Manase →

Fagamalo

In October Fagamalo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
247 mm (9.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Fagamalo →

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Samoa in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Apia 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 244 mm (9.6 in)
Salelologa 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 198 mm (7.8 in)
Manase 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 194 mm (7.6 in)
Lalomanu 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 248 mm (9.8 in)
Mulifanua 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 192 mm (7.6 in)
Pago Pago 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 200 mm (7.9 in)

Samoa weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Samoa in October?

Samoa typically experiences unpleasant weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Apia average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Samoa in October?

In Apia, the average daytime high in October is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Samoa get a lot of rain in October?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Apia records an average of 244 mm (9.6 in) in October, putting it among the wetter months for Samoa.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Samoa?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Apia, October may not be the ideal time to visit Samoa.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide pleasant weather in Apia. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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