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Houma, Tonga
Tongatapu · Tonga
Houma is a small town in Tongatapu, Tonga with a population of 1,932. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Houma
Houma is a village in Tongatapu, Tonga. It contains Mapu a Vaea. It had a population of 2086 in 2016.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,932 |
| Population Density | 438 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.1701°, -175.3021° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tongatapu |
| Country | 🇹🇴 Tonga |
| State / Province | Tongatapu |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.6 inches (1,539 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Houma
Houma is a small town in Tonga (Tongatapu) with a population of 1,932. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.6 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Tongatapu.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.2°F |
| 41% above Tonga avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 311 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 438/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -21.1701°N, 175.3021°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tongatapu |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 71 km |
| 2022 | TONGA ISLANDS | Astronomical | 0.4 m | — | 71 km |
| 2022 | TONGA ISLANDS | Astronomical | 0.2 m | — | 71 km |
| 1948 | TONGA TRENCH | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 136 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tofua (160 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tofua | Caldera | 515 m (1,690 ft) | 2014 | 160 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | Warmest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 8.4 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 9.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 6.8 in |
Houma has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 70°F in August to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 70.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.0") and June the driest (3.7").
Schools in Houma
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GPS Vaotu'u | — | — | — | — |
| Houma Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| GPS Houma | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Houma
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tongan National Centre | ||||
| Tuku'aho Museum |
Libraries in Houma
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolovai Community Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Houma
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 'Ika Maketi | |||||
| Fea | |||||
| Maketi Siamelie | |||||
| Maketi Talamahu | |||||
| Maketi Talamahu | |||||
| Prison Market | |||||
| Roadside Market |
Clinics in Houma
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Houma
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Houma
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Houma
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fua'amotu International Airport | TBU | Large Airport |
| Kaufana Airport | EUA | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Houma
What is the population of Houma?
Houma has a population of 1,932 residents and is located in Tonga. The population density is 438 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Houma?
Houma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 60.6 inches.