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Fua'amotu, Tonga

Tongatapu · Tonga

Fua'amotu is a small town in Tongatapu, Tonga with a population of 1,675. Elevation: 217 ft (66 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,675 Population 380/sq mi density
217 ft Elevation 66 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
72.0 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Tongatapu Timezone

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About Fua'amotu

Fua'amotu

Fuaʻamotu ist ein Ort in der Inselgruppe Tongatapu im Süden des pazifischen Königreichs Tonga.

People

Population1,675
Density380/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain72.0 in/yr
Sunny Days205/yr
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Population1,675
Population Density380 / sq mi
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Coordinates-21.2640°, -175.1390°
TimezonePacific/Tongatapu
Country🇹🇴 Tonga
State / ProvinceTongatapu
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation72.0 inches (1,828 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Fua'amotu

Fua'amotu is a small town in Tonga (Tongatapu) with a population of 1,675. The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet (66 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.0 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Tongatapu.

Fua'amotu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average74.9°F
39% above Tonga avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days205 days/yr

Geography

Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²)
Population Density380/sq mi
Coordinates-21.2640°N, 175.1390°W
TimezonePacific/Tongatapu

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.0"
89% above Tonga avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 8.86"
Driest Month (Jun) 3.70"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,573 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M0.0 on Aug 16, 2025.

Jun 23, 1990 139 km WSW of Haveluloto, Tonga M6.9 143 km
Nov 24, 2009 104 km SSE of Pangai, Tonga M6.8 130 km
Apr 13, 1999 132 km WSW of Haveluloto, Tonga M6.8 138 km
Dec 21, 1990 74 km SSE of Pangai, Tonga M6.8 135 km
Dec 27, 1998 131 km WSW of Haveluloto, Tonga M6.8 134 km
Jul 28, 1995 19 km W of Haveluloto, Tonga M6.4 28 km
Nov 15, 1998 142 km WSW of Haveluloto, Tonga M6.3 146 km
May 23, 2013 85 km NW of Nuku‘alofa, Tonga M6.3 100 km
Feb 3, 1999 54 km S of Pangai, Tonga M6.3 134 km
Mar 3, 1991 60 km S of ‘Ohonua, Tonga M6.2 68 km
Mar 5, 2006 122 km NNW of Nuku‘alofa, Tonga M6.1 139 km
Feb 12, 2011 56 km WNW of Haveluloto, Tonga M6.1 70 km
Sep 10, 1997 58 km E of ‘Ohonua, Tonga M6.1 79 km
Apr 24, 2004 64 km SSE of ‘Ohonua, Tonga M6.1 78 km
Feb 13, 2010 65 km SSE of ‘Ohonua, Tonga M6.1 81 km
Apr 26, 2014 56 km NE of Kolonga, Tonga M6.1 73 km
Jan 24, 1999 37 km NE of ‘Ohonua, Tonga M6.1 52 km
Mar 19, 2005 65 km S of Pangai, Tonga M6.1 127 km
Jun 15, 2019 82 km ENE of ‘Ohonua, Tonga M6.1 101 km
Aug 29, 1995 64 km ENE of ‘Ohonua, Tonga M6.1 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Pola Category 3 284 km
2014 Ian Category 4 152 km
2006 Vaianu Category 1 179 km
2002 Waka Category 3 266 km
2000 Mona Category 1 90 km
1999 Cora Category 2 54 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

4 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 85 km
2022 TONGA ISLANDS Astronomical 0.4 m 85 km
2022 TONGA ISLANDS Astronomical 0.2 m 85 km
1948 TONGA TRENCH Earthquake 0.1 m 122 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tofua (169 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tofua Caldera 515 m (1,690 ft) 2014 169 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 8.2 in
February 80°F (26°C) 8.3 in Warmest
March 79°F (26°C) 8.9 in Wettest
April 77°F (25°C) 6.9 in
May 74°F (23°C) 4.9 in
June 73°F (23°C) 3.7 in Driest
July 71°F (22°C) 3.8 in
August 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in Coldest
September 71°F (22°C) 4.7 in
October 73°F (23°C) 5.4 in
November 75°F (24°C) 5.7 in
December 77°F (25°C) 7.4 in

Fua'amotu has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 70°F in August to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 72.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.9") and June the driest (3.7").

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Schools in Fua'amotu

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
GPS Fua'amotu
GPS Nakolo
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Museums in Fua'amotu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Tongan National Centre
Tuku'aho Museum

Libraries in Fua'amotu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kolovai Community Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Fua'amotu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
'Ika Maketi
Fea
Maketi Siamelie
Maketi Talamahu
Maketi Talamahu
Prison Market
Roadside Market

Clinics in Fua'amotu

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Senita ki he Mo'ui 'a e Kakai

Banks in Fua'amotu

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Western Union

Stadiums & Teams in Fua'amotu

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Fua'amotu

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fua'amotu International AirportTBULarge Airport
Kaufana AirportEUASmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fua'amotu

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Koe Siasi Uesiliana Tau'ataina 'o Tonga Fua'amotu Falelotu

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Tongatapu
Elevation
65 m (213 ft)

🇹🇴 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 Fua'amotu

What is the population of Fua'amotu?

Fua'amotu has a population of 1,675 residents and is located in Tonga. The population density is 380 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Fua'amotu?

Fua'amotu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.0 inches.

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