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Faleatiu, Samoa

A'ana · Samoa

Faleatiu is a small town in A'ana, Samoa with a population of 847. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

847 Population 24/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
92.0 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Apia Timezone

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About Faleatiu

Faleatiu is a village on the island of Upolu in Samoa. The village is on the north-west coast of the island and forms part of A'ano Alofi 4 Electoral Constituency which forms part of the larger A'ana political district.

People

Population847
Density24/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain92.0 in/yr
Sunny Days343/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Population847
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates-13.8289°, -171.9790°
TimezonePacific/Apia
Country🇼🇸 Samoa
State / ProvinceA'ana
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation92.0 inches (2,336 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Faleatiu

Faleatiu is a small town in Samoa (A'ana) with a population of 847. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.0 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Apia.

Climate in Faleatiu

Faleatiu has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 2932 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 410.2
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 427.3
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 297.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 194.0
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 187.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 135.6
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 165.9
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 123.9
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 154.7
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 199.2
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 265.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 371.2
Faleatiu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 343 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 92.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.9°F
48% above Samoa avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days343 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area35.3 sq mi (91.5 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates-13.8289°N, 171.9790°W
TimezonePacific/Apia

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 92.0"
142% above Samoa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 16.57"
Driest Month (Aug) 5.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

49 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M0.0 on Sep 27, 2024.

Apr 6, 1990 133 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M5.6 148 km
May 3, 1993 97 km SW of Gataivai, Samoa M5.4 129 km
Sep 29, 2009 124 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M5.2 134 km
Sep 29, 2009 130 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M5.1 144 km
Aug 25, 2009 134 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M5.1 148 km
Oct 28, 1994 110 km S of Matavai, Samoa M5.1 136 km
Apr 23, 2009 113 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M5.0 125 km
May 2, 2024 127 km S of Lotofagā, Samoa M4.9 143 km
Sep 17, 2024 93 km S of Matavai, Samoa M4.9 119 km
Oct 3, 1995 26 km ENE of Samamea, Samoa M4.9 74 km
Apr 27, 2024 105 km S of Matavai, Samoa M4.9 128 km
Oct 4, 2009 131 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M4.8 145 km
Sep 29, 2009 128 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M4.8 144 km
Sep 29, 2009 Samoa Islands region M4.8 145 km
May 10, 2014 111 km SSW of Matavai, Samoa M4.8 133 km
Jan 10, 1990 41 km NNW of Safotu, Samoa M4.8 103 km
Jan 11, 2009 103 km SSW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.8 128 km
Jul 22, 2016 72 km S of Matavai, Samoa M4.8 104 km
Jan 30, 2024 96 km S of Gataivai, Samoa M4.7 107 km
Jul 24, 1996 115 km SSW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.7 140 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 83 km
2005 Olaf Category 5 142 km
1998 Ron Category 4 272 km
1992 Val Category 4 41 km
1987 Tusi Category 2 235 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 64 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Upolu (30 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Upolu Shield 1,100 m (3,609 ft) Unknown 30 km
Savai'i Shield 1,858 m (6,096 ft) 1911 64 km
Tutuila Tuff cone(s) 653 m (2,142 ft) 440 147 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 16.6 in Wettest
February 81°F (27°C) 12.9 in Warmest
March 80°F (27°C) 13.6 in
April 80°F (27°C) 8.9 in
May 79°F (26°C) 7.1 in
June 79°F (26°C) 5.7 in
July 79°F (26°C) 5.9 in
August 78°F (25°C) 5.5 in Coldest, Driest
September 78°F (26°C) 7.3 in
October 79°F (26°C) 14.3 in
November 79°F (26°C) 12.2 in
December 80°F (27°C) 12.9 in

Faleatiu has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in August to 81°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 122.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (16.6") and August the driest (5.5").

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Schools in Faleatiu

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Vailu'u Tai Primary School
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Museums in Faleatiu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
1927 Magiagi Hydro Scheme Building Ruins
Museum of Samoa
Museum of Samoa
Robert Louis Stevenson's Museum

Libraries in Faleatiu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Library & Cafeteria0.0
Medical Records0.0
Mulivai Primary School Library and Technology Center0.0
Nelson Memorial Public Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Savaiʻi Public Library0.0
USP Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Faleatiu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Accident Compensation Corporation Farmers Market
Ah Fook Vegetable Stand
Farmers Produce Market
Fugalei Fresh Produce Market
Laumua O Tumua Farmers Market
Produce Stand
Satui Fleamarket
Savalalo Fish Market
Vaitele Market
Vegetable Market

Gas Stations in Faleatiu

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Vailu'utai Petrol Station

Stadiums & Teams in Faleatiu

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Faleatiu

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Faleolo International AirportAPWLarge Airport
Asau AirportAAUSmall Airport
Fagali'i AirportFGISmall Airport
Maota AirportMXSSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Faleatiu

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Faleatiu Church
Fasito'o Tai Catholic Church
Fasito'o Tai Seventh Day Adventist Church
Vailu'utai Church of Jesus Christ & Latter-day Saints
Vailu'utai Congregational Christian Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Apia

🇼🇸 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 Faleatiu

What is the population of Faleatiu?

Faleatiu has a population of 847 residents and is located in Samoa. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 35.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Faleatiu?

Faleatiu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 343 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.0 inches.

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