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Faleniu, American Samoa
Western District · American Samoa
Faleniu is a small town in Western District, American Samoa with a population of 3,200. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Faleniu
Faleniu is a village in the west of Tutuila Island, American Samoa. It is located inland from the village of Tafuna, in Tuālāuta County. Its name translates to "the home in the palm grove." Another translation is "House of coconuts".
People
Climate
| Population | 3,200 |
| Population Density | 11,852 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.3325°, -170.7444° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Pago_Pago |
| Country | 🇦🇸 American Samoa |
| State / Province | Western District |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 116.7 inches (2,965 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Faleniu
Faleniu is a small town in American Samoa (Western District) with a population of 3,200. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 116.7 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Pago_Pago.
Climate in Faleniu
Faleniu has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is Jan (28.4°C), the coldest is Aug (27.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 3228 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.0°F |
| 50% above American Samoa avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 331 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 11,852/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.3325°N, 170.7444°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Pago_Pago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tutuila (6 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tutuila | Tuff cone(s) | 653 m (2,142 ft) | 440 | 6 km |
| Upolu | Shield | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | Unknown | 114 km |
| Ofu-Olosega | Shield(s) | 639 m (2,096 ft) | 1866 | 123 km |
| Ta'u | Shield | 931 m (3,054 ft) | Unknown | 140 km |
| Vailulu'u | Submarine | -592 m (-1,942 ft) | 2003 | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 16.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 14.0 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 13.9 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 12.3 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 11.4 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 7.5 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 12.6 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 11.2 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 15.1 in |
Faleniu has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in August to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 136.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (16.7") and July the driest (6.5").
Schools in Faleniu
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pavaiai Eementary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Faleniu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jean P. Haydon Museum | ||||
| National Park of American Samoa | ||||
| Tauese P.F. Sunia Ocean Center |
Libraries in Faleniu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feleti Barstow Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library of American Samoa | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Faleniu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fagatogo Market |
Golf Courses in Faleniu
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Faleniu
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Superfund Sites Near Faleniu
1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| STARKIST SAMOA INC | MAIN ROAD | EASTERN |
Airports Near Faleniu
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pago Pago International Airport | PPG | Large Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Faleniu
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Fatua`äiga Catholic Center |
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What is the population of Faleniu?
Faleniu has a population of 3,200 residents and is located in American Samoa. The population density is 11,852 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Faleniu?
Faleniu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 116.7 inches.