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Mataika, Tonga
Vava‘u · Tonga
Mataika is a small town in Vava‘u, Tonga with a population of 540. Elevation: 200 ft (61 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mataika
Mataika Tuicakau was a Fijian track and field athlete who competed in the shot put and discus throw events.
People
Climate
| Population | 540 |
| Elevation | 200 ft (61 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.6173°, -173.9663° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tongatapu |
| Country | 🇹🇴 Tonga |
| State / Province | Vava‘u |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.8 inches (1,571 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mataika
Mataika is a small town in Tonga (Vava‘u) with a population of 540. The city sits at an elevation of 200 feet (61 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Tongatapu.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.2°F |
| 45% above Tonga avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 200 ft (61 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.6173°N, 173.9663°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tongatapu |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1865 | TONGA ISLANDS | Earthquake | 1.3 m | — | 110 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tofua (171 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tofua | Caldera | 515 m (1,690 ft) | 2014 | 171 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 9.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 10.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 8.8 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 6.4 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 4.6 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | Driest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 6.8 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 8.9 in |
Mataika has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 74°F in August to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 85.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (10.8") and July the driest (3.9").
Libraries in Mataika
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vava'u Public Library | 0.0 |
Airports Near Mataika
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vava'u International Airport | VAV | Large Airport |
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What is the population of Mataika?
Mataika has a population of 540 residents and is located in Tonga..
What is the weather like in Mataika?
Mataika has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.8 inches.