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Garapan, Northern Mariana Islands
Saipan · Northern Mariana Islands
Garapan is a small city in Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands with a population of 5,225. Elevation: 220 ft (67 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Garapan
Garapan is the largest village and the center of the tourism industry on the island of Saipan, which is a part of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI). Garapan, as a census-designated place, has an area of 1.2 km2 (0.46 sq mi) and a population of 3,096.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,225 |
| Population Density | 7,684 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 220 ft (67 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.2111°, 145.7204° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Saipan |
| Country | 🇲🇵 Northern Mariana Islands |
| State / Province | Saipan |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 80.7 inches (2,050 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Garapan
Garapan is a small city in Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan) with a population of 5,225. The city sits at an elevation of 220 feet (67 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.7 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Saipan.
Climate in Garapan
Garapan has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is Jun (29°C), the coldest is Feb (26.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1758 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.0°F |
| 50% above Northern Mariana Islands avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 191 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 220 ft (67 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,684/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.2111°N, 145.7204°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Saipan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: East Diamante (80 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| East Diamante | Submarine | -127 m (-417 ft) | Unknown | 80 km |
| NW Rota-1 | Submarine | -517 m (-1,696 ft) | 2010 | 122 km |
| Anatahan | Stratovolcano | 790 m (2,592 ft) | 2008 | 127 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 9.8 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 11.9 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 13.6 in | Wettest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 10.6 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 4.9 in |
Garapan has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in February to 83°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 80.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.6") and March the driest (3.1").
Schools in Garapan
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garapan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Garapan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Memorial Park Visitor Center | ||||
| NMI Museum of History and Culture |
Libraries in Garapan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tinian Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Garapan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Farmer's Market | |||||
| Thursday Night Market |
Hotels in Garapan
12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Garapan
28 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Garapan
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Garapan
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Garapan
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Garapan
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Garapan
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Garapan
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tinian International Airport | TIQ | Large Airport |
| Saipan International Airport | SPN | Medium Airport |
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What is the population of Garapan?
Garapan has a population of 5,225 residents and is located in Northern Mariana Islands. The population density is 7,684 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Garapan?
Garapan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 191 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.7 inches.