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Matahau, Tonga
Tongatapu · Tonga
Matahau is a small town in Tongatapu, Tonga with a population of 583. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Matahau
Tongatapu is the main island of Tonga and the site of its capital, Nukuʻalofa. Approximately 260 square kilometres in size, it is located in Tonga's southern island group, to which it gives its name and it is the country's most populous island, with 74,611 residents (2016) or roughly 70.5% of the total population.
People
Climate
| Population | 583 |
| Population Density | 132 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.1425°, -175.3129° |
| 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 Matahau
Matahau is a small town in Tonga (Tongatapu) with a population of 583. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 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 | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 132/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -21.1425°N, 175.3129°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 | 68 km |
| 2022 | TONGA ISLANDS | Astronomical | 0.4 m | — | 68 km |
| 2022 | TONGA ISLANDS | Astronomical | 0.2 m | — | 68 km |
| 1948 | TONGA TRENCH | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 137 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tofua (157 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tofua | Caldera | 515 m (1,690 ft) | 2014 | 157 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 7.4 in | Warmest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 8.4 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 4.9 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 6.9 in |
Matahau has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 71°F in August to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 70.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.9") and July the driest (3.7").
Museums in Matahau
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tongan National Centre | ||||
| Tuku'aho Museum |
Libraries in Matahau
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolovai Community Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Matahau
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 'Ika Maketi | |||||
| Fea | |||||
| Maketi Siamelie | |||||
| Maketi Talamahu | |||||
| Maketi Talamahu | |||||
| Prison Market | |||||
| Roadside Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Matahau
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Matahau
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fua'amotu International Airport | TBU | Large Airport |
| Kaufana Airport | EUA | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Matahau
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Carmelite Monastry Fahefa Hihifo |
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What is the population of Matahau?
Matahau has a population of 583 residents and is located in Tonga. The population density is 132 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Matahau?
Matahau 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.