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Lotofagā, Samoa

Atua · Samoa

Lotofagā is a small town in Atua, Samoa with a population of 1,126. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,126 Population 24/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
92.0 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Apia Timezone

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People

Population1,126
Density24/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain92.0 in/yr
Sunny Days343/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population1,126
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates-13.9764°, -171.8578°
TimezonePacific/Apia
Country🇼🇸 Samoa
State / ProvinceAtua
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation92.0 inches (2,336 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Lotofagā

Lotofagā is a small town in Samoa (Atua) with a population of 1,126. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 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 Lotofagā

Lotofagā 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 410.2
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 427.3
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 297.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 194.0
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 187.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 135.6
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 165.9
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 123.9
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 154.7
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 199.2
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 265.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 371.2
Lotofagā has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 343 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 92.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.9°F
48% above Samoa avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days343 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area47.8 sq mi (123.8 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates-13.9764°N, 171.8578°W
TimezonePacific/Apia

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 92.0"
142% above Samoa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 17.64"
Driest Month (Jun) 6.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

63 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M0.0 on Sep 27, 2024.

Apr 6, 1990 133 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M5.6 134 km
May 3, 1993 97 km SW of Gataivai, Samoa M5.4 134 km
Sep 29, 2009 124 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M5.2 125 km
Jun 26, 2009 140 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M5.2 141 km
Sep 29, 2009 130 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M5.1 131 km
Aug 25, 2009 134 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M5.1 135 km
Oct 28, 1994 110 km S of Matavai, Samoa M5.1 118 km
Jul 26, 1999 138 km S of Matavai, Samoa M5.1 147 km
Apr 23, 2009 113 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M5.0 114 km
Sep 15, 2015 139 km SSW of Gataivai, Samoa M5.0 149 km
May 2, 2024 127 km S of Lotofagā, Samoa M4.9 128 km
Oct 18, 2009 134 km SSW of Matavai, Samoa M4.9 137 km
Oct 3, 1995 26 km ENE of Samamea, Samoa M4.9 62 km
Jan 5, 1999 140 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M4.9 141 km
Apr 27, 2024 105 km S of Matavai, Samoa M4.9 111 km
Sep 17, 2024 93 km S of Matavai, Samoa M4.9 100 km
May 10, 2014 111 km SSW of Matavai, Samoa M4.8 116 km
Jul 12, 2022 141 km SSW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.8 146 km
Sep 29, 2009 128 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M4.8 129 km
Jan 10, 1990 41 km NNW of Safotu, Samoa M4.8 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Amos Category 2 104 km
2005 Olaf Category 5 149 km
1998 Ron Category 4 291 km
1992 Val Category 4 26 km
1987 Tusi Category 2 224 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Upolu (16 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Upolu Shield 1,100 m (3,609 ft) Unknown 16 km
Savai'i Shield 1,858 m (6,096 ft) 1911 83 km
Tutuila Tuff cone(s) 653 m (2,142 ft) 440 130 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 17.6 in Warmest, Wettest
February 78°F (26°C) 15.0 in
March 78°F (26°C) 13.9 in
April 78°F (25°C) 11.5 in
May 77°F (25°C) 9.7 in
June 76°F (25°C) 6.5 in Driest
July 79°F (26°C) 6.7 in
August 75°F (24°C) 7.2 in Coldest
September 76°F (24°C) 7.9 in
October 77°F (25°C) 13.0 in
November 77°F (25°C) 11.8 in
December 78°F (25°C) 15.8 in

Lotofagā has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in August to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 136.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (17.6") and June the driest (6.5").

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Schools in Lotofagā

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Vaie'e Primary School
Safata Primary School
Lotofaga Primary School
Sataoa District Primary School
Safata District College
Sa'anapu Primary School
Salamumu Primary School
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Museums in Lotofagā

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
1927 Magiagi Hydro Scheme Building Ruins
Museum of Samoa
Museum of Samoa
Robert Louis Stevenson's Museum

Libraries in Lotofagā

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Library & Cafeteria0.0
Medical Records0.0
Mulivai Primary School Library and Technology Center0.0
Nelson Memorial Public Library0.0
Public Library0.0
USP Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Lotofagā

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
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 Lotofagā

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sa'Moana Resort (Closed)

Gas Stations in Lotofagā

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

WS #1986680354

Stadiums & Teams in Lotofagā

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Lotofagā

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Faleolo International AirportAPWLarge Airport
Fagali'i AirportFGISmall Airport
Maota AirportMXSSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lotofagā

23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Faleagai Sataoa Methodist Church
Fausaga Congregational Christian Church
Fusi Safata Assembly of God Church
Fusi Safata Methodist Church
Fusi Seventhday Adventist Church
Lotofaga Catholic Church
Lotofaga Church of Jesus Christ and the Latter-day Saints
Lotofaga Methodist Church
Lotofaga Safata Congregational Christian Church
Matautu Lefaga Assembly of God
Matautu Lefaga Catholic Church
Matautu Lefaga Church of Jesus Christ & the Latter-day Saints
Matautu Lefaga Congregational Christian Church
Matautu Lefaga Seventh Day Adventist Church
Nu'usuatia Church of Jesus Christ and the Latter-day Saints
Nu'usuatia Methodist Church
Sa'anapu Tai Congregational Christian Church
Saanapu Uta Congregational Christian Church
Salamumu Tai Methodist Church
Salamumu Uta Assembly of God Church
Salamumu Uta Methodist Church
Sataoa Methodist Church
Vaie'e Safata Congregational Christian Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Apia
Elevation
12 m (39 ft)

🇼🇸 About Samoa

Capital Apia
Population 196,130
Area 2,944 km²
GDP (USD) $1,044,909,500
GDP per capita $4,823
HDI 0.708
Life expectancy 71.7 years
Internet users 58.1%
Urban population 17.5%
Currency WST (Tala)
Languages English, Samoan
Calling code +685
TLD .ws
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lotofagā

What is the population of Lotofagā?

Lotofagā has a population of 1,126 residents and is located in Samoa. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 47.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lotofagā?

Lotofagā 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.

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