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Lepea, Samoa
Tuamasaga · Samoa
Lepea is a small town in Tuamasaga, Samoa with a population of 720. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lepea
Lepea is a village on the island of Upolu in Samoa. The picturesque settlement of round Samoan houses built in a concentric pattern in large open grounds (malae) is situated 5 minutes drive west of the capital Apia on the north central coast of the island. It is part of the Tuamasaga electoral district.
People
Climate
| Population | 720 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.8358°, -171.7900° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Apia |
| Country | 🇼🇸 Samoa |
| State / Province | Tuamasaga |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 92.0 inches (2,336 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lepea
Lepea is a small town in Samoa (Tuamasaga) with a population of 720. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.0 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Apia.
Climate in Lepea
Lepea has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 2932 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.9°F |
| 48% above Samoa avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 343 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 47.8 sq mi (123.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.8358°N, 171.7900°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Apia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.6 m (12 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1907 | MATAVANU VOLCANO | Astronomical | 3.6 m | — | 83 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Upolu (13 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Upolu | Shield | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | Unknown | 13 km |
| Savai'i | Shield | 1,858 m (6,096 ft) | 1911 | 83 km |
| Tutuila | Tuff cone(s) | 653 m (2,142 ft) | 440 | 128 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 21.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 16.8 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 14.9 in | |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 11.5 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 10.0 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 6.7 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | Driest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 7.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 7.9 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 13.2 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 14.3 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 17.9 in |
Lepea has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 74°F in August to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 147.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (21.1") and July the driest (6.4").
Schools in Lepea
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| China Aid Lepea Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Faleata College | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Josephs College | — | — | — | — |
| Tuana'imato Sasa'e School | — | — | — | — |
| Vailoa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| China Aid St Theresa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ah Mu Academy | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Lepea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 Magiagi Hydro Scheme Building Ruins | ||||
| Museum of Samoa | ||||
| Museum of Samoa | ||||
| Robert Louis Stevenson's Museum |
Libraries in Lepea
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library & Cafeteria | 0.0 | |||||
| Medical Records | 0.0 | |||||
| Mulivai Primary School Library and Technology Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Nelson Memorial Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| USP Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lepea
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accident Compensation Corporation Farmers Market | |||||
| Ah Fook Vegetable Stand | |||||
| Farmers Produce Market | |||||
| Fugalei Fresh Produce Market | |||||
| Laumua O Tumua Farmers Market | |||||
| Produce Stand | |||||
| Satui Fleamarket | |||||
| Savalalo Fish Market | |||||
| Vaitele Market | |||||
| Vegetable Market |
Hotels in Lepea
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lepea
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Lepea
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lepea
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lepea
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Lepea
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Lepea
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Lepea
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Lepea
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Faleolo International Airport | APW | Large Airport |
| Fagali'i Airport | FGI | Small Airport |
| Maota Airport | MXS | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lepea
19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alafua Church of Jesus Christ and the Latter-day Saints | |
| Alafua Congregational Christian Church | |
| Lepea Catholic Church | |
| Lighthouse - Sabbath Keeping Church | |
| Lotopa Assembly of God Church | |
| Lotopa Catholic Church | |
| Lotopa Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| Lotopa Church of the Nazarene | |
| Lotopa Methodist Church | |
| Talimatau Methodist Church | |
| Tulaele Assembly of God Church | |
| Vailoa Church | |
| Vailoa Church | |
| Vailoa Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-day Saints | |
| Vailoa Congregational Christian Church | |
| Vailoa Methodist Church | |
| Vailoa Uta Congregational Christian Church | |
| Vaitoloa Assembly of God | |
| Vaitoloa Church of Jesus Christ and the Latter Day Saints |
Quick Facts
🇼🇸 About Samoa
Frequently Asked Questions About Lepea
What is the population of Lepea?
Lepea has a population of 720 residents and is located in Samoa. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 47.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lepea?
Lepea has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 343 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.0 inches.