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Matavai, Samoa
Gaga'ifomauga · Samoa
Matavai is a small town in Gaga'ifomauga, Samoa with a population of 1,308. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Matavai
Matavai is a village on the island of Savai'i in Samoa. It is situated on the central north coast of the island in the district of Gagaʻifomauga and the electoral district of Gagaʻifomauga 2. The population is 149.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,308 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.0321°, -171.6477° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Apia |
| Country | 🇼🇸 Samoa |
| State / Province | Gaga'ifomauga |
| 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 Matavai
Matavai is a small town in Samoa (Gaga'ifomauga) with a population of 1,308. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 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.
Climate in Matavai
Matavai 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.
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 | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 47.8 sq mi (123.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.0321°N, 171.6477°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 | — | 106 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Upolu (13 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Upolu | Shield | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | Unknown | 13 km |
| Savai'i | Shield | 1,858 m (6,096 ft) | 1911 | 106 km |
| Tutuila | Tuff cone(s) | 653 m (2,142 ft) | 440 | 106 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 |
Matavai 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 Matavai
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nene Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Satalo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sapunaoa Falealili Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Salani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Matavai
| 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 Matavai
| 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 Matavai
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accident Compensation Corporation Farmers Market | |||||
| Ah Fook Vegetable Stand | |||||
| Farmers Produce Market | |||||
| Fugalei Fresh Produce Market | |||||
| Laumua O Tumua Farmers Market | |||||
| Produce Stand | |||||
| Savalalo Fish Market | |||||
| Vaitele Market | |||||
| Vegetable Market |
Hotels in Matavai
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Matavai
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Matavai
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 Matavai
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Malaemalu Congregational Christian Church | |
| Malaemalu Methodist Church | |
| Salani Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| Salani Congregational Christian Church | |
| Salani Methodist Church | |
| Salesatele Congregational Christian Church | |
| Sapunaoa Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| Sapunaoa Congregational Christian Church | |
| Sapunaoa Seventh Day Adventist Church | |
| Sapunaoa Seventh Day Adventist Church | |
| Satalo Assembly of God | |
| Satalo Congregational Christian Church | |
| Siuniu Congregational Christian Church | |
| Tafatafa Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| Tafatafa Jehovah's Witnesses Kingdom Hall |
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What is the population of Matavai?
Matavai has a population of 1,308 residents and is located in Samoa. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 47.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Matavai?
Matavai 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.