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Lotofaga, Samoa
Atua · Samoa
Lotofaga is a small town in Atua, Samoa with a population of 622. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lotofaga
Lotofaga is a village on the south coast of Upolu island in Samoa. Lotofaga is also the name of the larger Lotofaga Electoral Constituency which includes Lotofaga village and two other villages, Vavau and Matatufu. The population of Lotofaga village is 971.
People
Climate
| Population | 622 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.0429°, -171.5704° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Apia |
| Country | 🇼🇸 Samoa |
| State / Province | Atua |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 115.3 inches (2,928 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lotofaga
Lotofaga is a small town in Samoa (Atua) with a population of 622. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 115.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Apia.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.3°F |
| 49% above Samoa avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 47.8 sq mi (123.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.0429°N, 171.5704°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 | — | 114 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Upolu (20 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Upolu | Shield | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | Unknown | 20 km |
| Tutuila | Tuff cone(s) | 653 m (2,142 ft) | 440 | 98 km |
| Savai'i | Shield | 1,858 m (6,096 ft) | 1911 | 114 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 17.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 13.7 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 14.5 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 10.8 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 10.9 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | Driest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 7.6 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 7.9 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 11.3 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 10.1 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 15.7 in |
Lotofaga has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 76°F in August to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 133.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (17.1") and July the driest (6.3").
Schools in Lotofaga
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lepa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lepa/Lotofaga College | — | — | — | — |
| Sapoe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Matatufu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lotofaga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Aufaga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Lotofaga
| 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 Lotofaga
| 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 | |||||
| USP Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lotofaga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accident Compensation Corporation Farmers Market | |||||
| Ah Fook Vegetable Stand | |||||
| Farmers Produce Market | |||||
| Fugalei Fresh Produce Market | |||||
| Savalalo Fish Market | |||||
| Vaitele Market | |||||
| Vegetable Market |
Hotels in Lotofaga
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lotofaga
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Lotofaga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Lotofaga
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 Lotofaga
19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aufaga Assembly of God Church | |
| Aufaga Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| Aufaga Congregational Christian Church | |
| Chapel | |
| Lepa Congregational Christian Church | |
| Lotofaga Catholic Church | |
| Lotofaga Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| Lotofaga Congregational Christian Church | |
| Matatufu Assembly of God | |
| Matatufu Catholic Church | |
| Matatufu Congregational Christitan Church | |
| Matatufu Seventh Day Adventist Church | |
| Saleapaga Catholic Church | |
| Saleapaga Congregational Christian Church | |
| Saleapaga Tai Congregational Christian Church | |
| Sapoe Congregational Christian Church | |
| Sapoe Methodist Church | |
| Utulaelae Light of Life Full Gospel Church | |
| Vavau Congregational Christian Church |
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What is the population of Lotofaga?
Lotofaga has a population of 622 residents and is located in Samoa. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 47.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lotofaga?
Lotofaga 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 80°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 115.3 inches.