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Mapusagafou, American Samoa
Western District · American Samoa
Mapusagafou is a small town in Western District, American Samoa with a population of 2,052. Elevation: 348 ft (106 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mapusagafou
Mapusaga is a small village located 9 miles (14 km) west of Pago Pago on Tutuila island in the American territory of American Samoa. Its coordinates are 14.33° south and 170.74389 ° west, with an elevation of 180 feet (55 m). The village is home to American Samoa Community College. An area in the village is called Mapusagafou, which translates to New Mapusaga. Another area in town is known as Mapusagatuai, meaning Old Mapusaga.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,052 |
| Population Density | 1,866 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 348 ft (106 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.3230°, -170.7540° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Pago_Pago |
| Country | 🇦🇸 American Samoa |
| State / Province | Western District |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 114.4 inches (2,905 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mapusagafou
Mapusagafou is a small town in American Samoa (Western District) with a population of 2,052. The city sits at an elevation of 348 feet (106 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 114.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Pago_Pago.
Climate in Mapusagafou
Mapusagafou has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is Jan (28.4°C), the coldest is Aug (27.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 3228 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.0°F |
| 50% above American Samoa avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 332 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 348 ft (106 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,866/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.3230°N, 170.7540°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Pago_Pago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tutuila (7 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tutuila | Tuff cone(s) | 653 m (2,142 ft) | 440 | 7 km |
| Upolu | Shield | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | Unknown | 113 km |
| Ofu-Olosega | Shield(s) | 639 m (2,096 ft) | 1866 | 124 km |
| Ta'u | Shield | 931 m (3,054 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
| Vailulu'u | Submarine | -592 m (-1,942 ft) | 2003 | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 16.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 14.0 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 13.9 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 12.3 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 11.4 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 7.5 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 12.6 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 11.2 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 15.1 in |
Mapusagafou has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in August to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 136.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (16.7") and July the driest (6.5").
Museums in Mapusagafou
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jean P. Haydon Museum | ||||
| National Park of American Samoa | ||||
| Tauese P.F. Sunia Ocean Center |
Libraries in Mapusagafou
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feleti Barstow Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library of American Samoa | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mapusagafou
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fagatogo Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Mapusagafou
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Superfund Sites Near Mapusagafou
1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| STARKIST SAMOA INC | MAIN ROAD | EASTERN |
Airports Near Mapusagafou
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pago Pago International Airport | PPG | Large Airport |
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What is the population of Mapusagafou?
Mapusagafou has a population of 2,052 residents and is located in American Samoa. The population density is 1,866 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mapusagafou?
Mapusagafou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 114.4 inches.