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Asau, Samoa

Vaisigano · Samoa

Asau is a small city in Vaisigano, Samoa with a population of 6,643. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,643 Population 61/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
131.8 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Apia Timezone

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About Asau

Asau

Asau is a village situated on the north west coast of Savai'i island in Samoa. It is the capital village of the Vaisigano political district and serves as the main business centre at the west end of the island. The population in 2016 was 1133, a decrease from 1207 in 2011.

People

Population6,643
Density61/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain131.8 in/yr
Sunny Days339/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population6,643
Population Density61 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates-13.5196°, -172.6378°
TimezonePacific/Apia
Country🇼🇸 Samoa
State / ProvinceVaisigano
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation131.8 inches (3,348 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Asau

Asau is a small city in Samoa (Vaisigano) with a population of 6,643. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 131.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Apia.

Asau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 339 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 131.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.9°F
48% above Samoa avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days339 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area109.4 sq mi (283.3 km²)
Population Density61/sq mi
Coordinates-13.5196°N, 172.6378°W
TimezonePacific/Apia

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 131.8"
247% above Samoa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 21.22"
Driest Month (Jul) 5.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

26 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M0.0 on May 6, 2025.

May 3, 1993 97 km SW of Gataivai, Samoa M5.4 107 km
Oct 3, 1995 26 km ENE of Samamea, Samoa M4.9 150 km
Jan 25, 1995 148 km SW of Asau, Samoa M4.9 149 km
Jan 10, 1990 41 km NNW of Safotu, Samoa M4.8 42 km
Jan 11, 2009 103 km SSW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.8 120 km
Nov 20, 2009 127 km SSW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.7 143 km
May 11, 2011 84 km WSW of Asau, Samoa M4.7 85 km
May 9, 2024 8 km SE of Samamea, Samoa M4.7 136 km
Jul 24, 1996 115 km SSW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.7 131 km
Jan 30, 2024 96 km S of Gataivai, Samoa M4.7 125 km
Nov 4, 1990 100 km WNW of Asau, Samoa M4.7 100 km
Apr 17, 2015 142 km WSW of Asau, Samoa M4.6 142 km
Sep 27, 2024 39 km NNE of Lufilufi, Samoa M4.6 133 km
Jul 24, 2008 110 km SSW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.6 126 km
Jun 30, 1997 82 km S of Gataivai, Samoa M4.5 113 km
Aug 23, 2024 123 km SW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.5 136 km
Jun 5, 2022 138 km SW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.5 146 km
Jul 15, 2013 83 km SW of Lotofag?, Samoa M4.4 115 km
Apr 11, 2005 131 km SW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.4 139 km
May 6, 2025 133 km SW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.4 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Amos Category 2 44 km
2005 Olaf Category 5 149 km
1998 Ron Category 5 223 km
1992 Val Category 4 17 km
1987 Tusi Category 2 298 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.6 m (12 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1907 MATAVANU VOLCANO Astronomical 3.6 m 16 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Savai'i (16 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Savai'i Shield 1,858 m (6,096 ft) 1911 16 km
Upolu Shield 1,100 m (3,609 ft) Unknown 109 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 21.2 in Wettest
February 74°F (23°C) 15.8 in
March 74°F (23°C) 14.7 in
April 73°F (23°C) 11.2 in
May 73°F (23°C) 8.8 in
June 72°F (22°C) 6.1 in
July 80°F (26°C) 5.6 in Warmest, Driest
August 71°F (22°C) 6.3 in Coldest
September 72°F (22°C) 7.7 in
October 73°F (23°C) 12.8 in
November 73°F (23°C) 12.8 in
December 74°F (23°C) 17.8 in

Asau has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 71°F in August to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 140.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (21.2") and July the driest (5.6").

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Schools in Asau

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Asau Baptist Church & Christian Academy
Itu-Asau College
Asau Primary School
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Gas Stations in Asau

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

WS #995417375

Airports Near Asau

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Faleolo International AirportAPWLarge Airport
Asau AirportAAUSmall Airport
Maota AirportMXSSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Asau

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Asau Church
Mormons

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Apia
Elevation
13 m (43 ft)

🇼🇸 About Samoa

Capital Apia
Population 196,130
Area 2,944 km²
GDP (USD) $1,044,909,500
GDP per capita $4,823
HDI 0.708
Life expectancy 71.7 years
Internet users 58.1%
Urban population 17.5%
Currency WST (Tala)
Languages English, Samoan
Calling code +685
TLD .ws
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Asau

What is the population of Asau?

Asau has a population of 6,643 residents and is located in Samoa. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 109.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Asau?

Asau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 131.8 inches.

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