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Kolovai, Tonga
Tongatapu · Tonga
Kolovai is a small town in Tongatapu, Tonga with a population of 555. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kolovai
Kolovai is a village on the Tongan island of Tongatapu. Its 2006 population was 4,098.
People
Climate
| Population | 555 |
| Population Density | 126 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.1010°, -175.3377° |
| 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 Kolovai
Kolovai is a small town in Tonga (Tongatapu) with a population of 555. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 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 | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 126/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -21.1010°N, 175.3377°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 | 63 km |
| 2022 | TONGA ISLANDS | Astronomical | 0.4 m | — | 63 km |
| 2022 | TONGA ISLANDS | Astronomical | 0.2 m | — | 63 km |
| 1948 | TONGA TRENCH | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 139 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tofua (153 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tofua | Caldera | 515 m (1,690 ft) | 2014 | 153 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | Warmest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 8.0 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | Driest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 7.2 in |
Kolovai has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 71°F in August to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 72.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.5") and July the driest (3.5").
Schools in Kolovai
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GPS Kolovai | — | — | — | — |
| GPS Kanokupolu | — | — | — | — |
| FWC Nasaleti Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Kolovai
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tongan National Centre | ||||
| Tuku'aho Museum |
Libraries in Kolovai
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolovai Community Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kolovai
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 'Ika Maketi | |||||
| Fea | |||||
| Maketi Siamelie | |||||
| Maketi Talamahu | |||||
| Maketi Talamahu | |||||
| Prison Market | |||||
| Roadside Market |
Hotels in Kolovai
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kolovai
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kolovai
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kolovai
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kolovai
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kolovai
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fua'amotu International Airport | TBU | Large Airport |
| Kaufana Airport | EUA | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kolovai
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 'Api ko Matavai Mo'ui Tafe ki Tonga | |
| Fatufatu Fala 'i Falelalava. | |
| Huhu'i. |
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What is the population of Kolovai?
Kolovai has a population of 555 residents and is located in Tonga. The population density is 126 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kolovai?
Kolovai 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.