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Upolu Weather in January

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

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Apia Lalomanu Mulifanua

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

What to Expect in Upolu in January

Upolu, Samoa is a region in Samoa. January in Upolu 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 25°C (77°F) in Apia.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Mulifanua with an average of 313 mm (12 in) to heavy rainfall in Apia with 369 mm (15 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Apia.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Apia receives about 151 hours of sunlight in January, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Upolu in January

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

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 Upolu

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Upolu, Samoa?

Temperature range in Upolu (January)

Precipitation variation in Upolu (January)

Apia

In January Apia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
151 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
356 mm (14 in)
369 mm (15 in)
365 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Apia →

Lalomanu

In January Lalomanu 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.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
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
156 hours
151 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
344 mm (14 in)
363 mm (14 in)
340 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Lalomanu →

Mulifanua

In January Mulifanua 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.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
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
156 hours
151 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
303 mm (12 in)
313 mm (12 in)
311 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Mulifanua →

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Upolu in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Apia 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 369 mm (15 in)
Lalomanu 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 363 mm (14 in)
Mulifanua 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 313 mm (12 in)

Upolu weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Upolu, Samoa in January?

Upolu, Samoa typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Apia average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Upolu, Samoa in January?

Average temperatures in Upolu, Samoa during January range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Apia.

Does Upolu, Samoa get a lot of rain in January?

Rainfall in Upolu, Samoa peaks during January. Apia averages roughly 369 mm (15 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Upolu, Samoa?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Apia, January may not be the ideal time to visit Upolu, Samoa.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide pleasant weather in Apia. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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