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Fangale’ounga, Tonga

Ha‘apai · Tonga

Fangale’ounga is a small town in Ha‘apai, Tonga with a population of 2,016. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,016 Population 457/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
79.3 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Tongatapu Timezone

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About Fangale’ounga

Fangale'ounga is a settlement in Foa island, Tonga. It had a population of 140 in 2016.

People

Population2,016
Density457/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain79.3 in/yr
Sunny Days192/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population2,016
Population Density457 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates-19.7529°, -174.3226°
TimezonePacific/Tongatapu
Country🇹🇴 Tonga
State / ProvinceHa‘apai
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation79.3 inches (2,013 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Fangale’ounga

Fangale’ounga is a small town in Tonga (Ha‘apai) with a population of 2,016. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Tongatapu.

Fangale’ounga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 192 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 79.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average76.6°F
42% above Tonga avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days192 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²)
Population Density457/sq mi
Coordinates-19.7529°N, 174.3226°W
TimezonePacific/Tongatapu

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 79.3"
109% above Tonga avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 10.12"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.58"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,553 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.0. Most recent: M0.0 on Aug 11, 2025.

May 3, 2006 2006 Tonga Earthquake M8.0 53 km
Mar 30, 2025 61 km SSE of Pangai, Tonga M7.0 67 km
Aug 25, 2024 75 km W of Pangai, Tonga M6.9 79 km
Nov 24, 2009 104 km SSE of Pangai, Tonga M6.8 110 km
Dec 21, 1990 74 km SSE of Pangai, Tonga M6.8 81 km
May 26, 2024 70 km NW of Fangale’ounga, Tonga M6.6 71 km
Oct 1, 2024 125 km SE of Neiafu, Tonga M6.6 148 km
Apr 28, 2012 76 km W of Neiafu, Tonga M6.6 125 km
Feb 7, 1997 111 km E of Pangai, Tonga M6.4 109 km
Jan 18, 2024 148 km NW of Fangale’ounga, Tonga M6.4 149 km
Feb 3, 1999 54 km S of Pangai, Tonga M6.3 62 km
Mar 30, 2025 72 km SSE of Pangai, Tonga M6.2 77 km
Apr 5, 2004 81 km SSE of Pangai, Tonga M6.2 86 km
Oct 18, 2017 103 km SE of Pangai, Tonga M6.1 108 km
Apr 26, 2014 56 km NE of Kolonga, Tonga M6.1 118 km
Mar 5, 2006 122 km NNW of Nuku‘alofa, Tonga M6.1 146 km
Mar 19, 2005 65 km S of Pangai, Tonga M6.1 73 km
Aug 25, 2024 65 km W of Pangai, Tonga M6.0 69 km
May 4, 2006 90 km SSE of Pangai, Tonga M6.0 97 km
Sep 8, 1990 83 km SSE of Pangai, Tonga M6.0 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Pola Category 1 295 km
2014 Ian Category 4 29 km
2006 Vaianu Category 1 259 km
2002 Waka Category 3 101 km
2000 Mona Category 1 238 km
1999 Cora Category 2 137 km
1998 Ron Category 4 175 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 22.0 m (72 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2022 TONGA ISLANDS Astronomical 22.0 m 6 141 km
1865 TONGA ISLANDS Earthquake 1.3 m 91 km
2022 TONGA ISLANDS Astronomical 0.4 m 141 km
2006 TONGA Earthquake 0.3 m 53 km
2022 TONGA ISLANDS Astronomical 0.2 m 141 km
1948 TONGA TRENCH Earthquake 0.1 m 143 km
2025 TONGA Earthquake 0.1 m 77 km
1892 TOFUA Astronomical 78 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tofua (78 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tofua Caldera 515 m (1,690 ft) 2014 78 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 8.9 in
February 80°F (27°C) 7.6 in Warmest
March 80°F (27°C) 10.1 in Wettest
April 79°F (26°C) 8.5 in
May 76°F (24°C) 6.0 in
June 75°F (24°C) 4.4 in
July 73°F (23°C) 3.6 in Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 4.3 in Coldest
September 74°F (23°C) 5.3 in
October 75°F (24°C) 6.2 in
November 77°F (25°C) 6.8 in
December 78°F (26°C) 7.7 in

Fangale’ounga has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 73°F in August to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 79.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (10.1") and July the driest (3.6").

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Schools in Fangale’ounga

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
GPS Koulo
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Hotels in Fangale’ounga

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Matafonua Lodge
Sandy Beach Resort

Airports Near Fangale’ounga

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lifuka Island AirportHPAMedium Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Tongatapu

🇹🇴 About Tonga

Capital Nuku'alofa
Population 103,197
Area 748 km²
GDP (USD) $591,139,749
GDP per capita $5,652
HDI 0.769
Life expectancy 72.9 years
Internet users 58.5%
Urban population 21.2%
Currency TOP (Pa'anga)
Languages English, Tongan
Calling code +676
TLD .to
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fangale’ounga

What is the population of Fangale’ounga?

Fangale’ounga has a population of 2,016 residents and is located in Tonga. The population density is 457 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Fangale’ounga?

Fangale’ounga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 192 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.3 inches.

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