Best Time to Visit Samoa
Best time to visit Samoa: August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Samoa
Go in August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and March - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Samoa month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 85° | 76° | 17,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 84° | 76° | 15,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 85° | 76° | 11,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 86° | 76° | 6,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 84° | 76° | 11,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 82° | 74° | 5,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 81° | 73° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 82° | 73° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 84° | 73° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 84° | 74° | 10,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 84° | 75° | 11,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 85° | 75° | 11,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Samoa compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Samoa.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Park of American Samoa | 77 mi | 79°F | about the same | 121 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Samoa is a country in Oceania. Samoa is a country in Oceania with its capital at Apia. It has a population of about 220.000. The capital is Apia.
Right now it is 82°F (28°C) in Samoa with light drizzle. It feels like 89°F. Today runs from 74°F to 84°F. Chance of precipitation is 44%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Samoa is August and September. The climate is tropical. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. April is the warmest month with average highs near 86°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 73°F.
Nearby highlights include National Park of American Samoa.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 84°F is in line with the 84°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Samoa today at 8.4/10. Visibility is down to 0,5 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Samoa right now
Use SPF 30+, a hat and sunglasses; seek shade near midday.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:01 PM, Oct 5 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 84° / 75°
Light drizzle · 76% rain · wind 12 mph
🌦️ 84° / 76°
Light drizzle · 91% rain · wind 13 mph
Things to do in Samoa
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Samoa.
Quick facts about Samoa
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Oceania |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 13°51′2.2″S 171°45′4.7″W (-13.8506, -171.7513) |
| Capital | Apia |
| Population | 220.000 |
| Area | 1.097 sq mi |
| ISO code | WS |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | WSM |
| Currency | Samoan tala (WST) |
| Languages | Samoan, English |
| Calling code | +685 |
| Time zone | Pacific/Apia |
| Local time | 2:01 PM (UTC+13:00) |
| Best months | August and September |
| Climate | Tropical |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Samoa?
Samoa is a country in Oceania. Its coordinates are -13.8506, -171.7513. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Samoa right now?
It is currently 82°F (28°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 71% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Samoa?
August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Samoa, which has a tropical climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Samoa in?
Samoa observes Pacific/Apia (UTC+13:00). The local time is 2:01 PM.
How many people live in Samoa?
Samoa has a population of approximately 220.000.
What are the top things to do in Samoa?
Popular options include National Park of American Samoa.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 5, 2026 at 2:01 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
