Alofi, Niue

Niue

Alofi is a small town in Niue with a population of 575. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

575 Population 32/sq mi density
167 ft Elevation 51 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
87.0 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Niue Timezone

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About Alofi

Alofi

Alofi is the capital of the island nation of Niue. With a population of 610 in 2022, Alofi is the second-smallest national capital by population. It consists of two villages: Alofi North and Alofi South. They collectively serve as the capital, but of the two, Alofi South hosts more government buildings, as many were moved to the southern part after Cyclone Heta.

People

Population575
Density32/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain87.0 in/yr
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Population575
Population Density32 / sq mi
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Coordinates-19.0529°, -169.9196°
TimezonePacific/Niue
Country🇳🇺 Niue
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation87.0 inches (2,210 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Alofi

Alofi is a small town in Niue with a population of 575. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.0 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Niue.

Alofi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 87.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average76.6°F
42% above Niue avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Geography

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area18.0 sq mi (46.5 km²)
Population Density32/sq mi
Coordinates19.0529°S, 169.9196°W
TimezonePacific/Niue

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 87.0"
129% above Niue avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 11.10"
Driest Month (Jul) 4.33"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3.

Nov 27, 1992 Tonga region M5.3 99 km
Jun 28, 2023 Tonga region M4.3 126 km
Jul 22, 1996 Tonga region M4.3 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Victor Category 2 276 km
2003 Dovi Category 4 181 km
1998 Ron Category 3 275 km
1983 Tomasi Category 3 164 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 11.1 in Wettest
February 80°F (27°C) 8.7 in Warmest
March 80°F (26°C) 10.6 in
April 78°F (26°C) 9.3 in
May 76°F (25°C) 7.6 in
June 75°F (24°C) 4.5 in
July 73°F (23°C) 4.3 in Coldest, Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 4.7 in
September 74°F (24°C) 5.0 in
October 75°F (24°C) 6.4 in
November 77°F (25°C) 7.0 in
December 78°F (26°C) 7.8 in

Alofi has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 73°F in July to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 87.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (11.1") and July the driest (4.3").

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Schools in Alofi

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Niuē High School - - - -
Niuē School - - - -
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Museums in Alofi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Niue Cultural Centre

Farmers Markets in Alofi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Market of Niue

Hotels in Alofi

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Matavai Resort

Restaurants in Alofi

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kai Ika

Cafes in Alofi

10 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Crazy Uga Cafe
Falala Cafe & Bar
Fana Café
Gill's Indian Restaurant
Hio Cafe
Israel Cafe
Jenna's Cafe
Keke Time
Vaiolama Cafe & Mini-golf
Washaway Cafe

Gas Stations in Alofi

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Central Services

Banks in Alofi

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kiwibank

Shopping Malls in Alofi

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Swanson Complex

Golf Courses in Alofi

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Niue Golf and Sports Club

Airports Near Alofi

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Niue International AirportIUEMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Alofi

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Joseph

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Niue
Elevation
21 m (69 ft)
Area
46.5 km² (17.9 mi²)
Website
niuevillage.com/niue/export/sites/NTO/alofisouth.html

🇳🇺 About Niue

Capital Alofi
Population 2,166
Area 260 km²
HDI 0.770
Currency NZD (Dollar)
Languages English, Niuean
Calling code +683
TLD .nu
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Alofi

What is the population of Alofi?

Alofi has a population of 575 residents and is located in Niue. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 18.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Alofi?

Alofi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 87.0 inches.

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