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Kolonga, Tonga
Tongatapu · Tonga
Kolonga is a small town in Tongatapu, Tonga with a population of 1,206. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kolonga
Kolonga is a village and the most populated settlement located on the northeast coast of Tongatapu in the Hahake District, Kingdom of Tonga. Kolonga is a hereditary estate of Lord Nuku.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,206 |
| Population Density | 274 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.1333°, -175.0667° |
| 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 | 57.5 inches (1,459 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kolonga
Kolonga is a small town in Tonga (Tongatapu) with a population of 1,206. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 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 57.5 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Tongatapu.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.1°F |
| 41% above Tonga avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 311 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 274/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -21.1333°N, 175.0667°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tongatapu |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 | 74 km |
| 2022 | TONGA ISLANDS | Astronomical | 0.4 m | — | 74 km |
| 2006 | TONGA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 144 km |
| 2022 | TONGA ISLANDS | Astronomical | 0.2 m | — | 74 km |
| 1948 | TONGA TRENCH | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 112 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tofua (154 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tofua | Caldera | 515 m (1,690 ft) | 2014 | 154 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 8.1 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | |
| May | 74°F (24°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | Driest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 5.3 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 5.7 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 7.1 in |
Kolonga has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 71°F in August to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 72.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.3") and July the driest (3.8").
Schools in Kolonga
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GPS Kolonga | — | — | — | — |
| Mo'unga 'Olive Middle School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Kolonga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tongan National Centre | ||||
| Tuku'aho Museum |
Farmers Markets in Kolonga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 'Ika Maketi | |||||
| Fea | |||||
| Maketi Siamelie | |||||
| Maketi Talamahu | |||||
| Maketi Talamahu | |||||
| Prison Market | |||||
| Roadside Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Kolonga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kolonga
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fua'amotu International Airport | TBU | Large Airport |
| Kaufana Airport | EUA | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Kolonga?
Kolonga has a population of 1,206 residents and is located in Tonga. The population density is 274 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kolonga?
Kolonga 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 57.5 inches.