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Mesepa, American Samoa

Western District · American Samoa

Mesepa is a small town in Western District, American Samoa with a population of 552. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

552 Population 1,781/sq mi density
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
116.7 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Pago Pago Timezone

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About Mesepa

Mesepa is a village of American Samoa. It is in Tuālāuta on the main island of American Samoa, Tutuila.

People

Population552
Density1,781/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain116.7 in/yr
Sunny Days331/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Population552
Population Density1,781 / sq mi
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates-14.3233°, -170.7471°
TimezonePacific/Pago_Pago
Country🇦🇸 American Samoa
State / ProvinceWestern District
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation116.7 inches (2,965 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mesepa

Mesepa is a small town in American Samoa (Western District) with a population of 552. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet (47 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 116.7 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Pago_Pago.

Climate in Mesepa

Mesepa 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 28.4°C / 83°F 25.7° / 31° 385.4
Feb 28.4°C / 83°F 25.8° / 31.1° 345.0
Mar 28.4°C / 83°F 25.7° / 31.2° 261.3
Apr 28.4°C / 83°F 25.7° / 31° 292.2
May 27.9°C / 82°F 25.6° / 30.2° 294.3
Jun 27.6°C / 82°F 25.5° / 29.6° 164.1
Jul 27.2°C / 81°F 25.1° / 29.2° 185.8
Aug 27.1°C / 81°F 25° / 29.2° 176.2
Sep 27.6°C / 82°F 25.3° / 29.8° 196.1
Oct 27.8°C / 82°F 25.5° / 30.1° 254.9
Nov 28.1°C / 83°F 25.7° / 30.5° 307.0
Dec 28.2°C / 83°F 25.7° / 30.8° 365.2
Mesepa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 331 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 116.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.0°F
50% above American Samoa avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days331 days/yr

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,781/sq mi
Coordinates-14.3233°N, 170.7471°W
TimezonePacific/Pago_Pago

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 116.7"
207% above American Samoa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 16.73"
Driest Month (Jul) 6.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

328 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M0.0 on Sep 27, 2024.

Oct 28, 1994 110 km S of Matavai, Samoa M5.1 131 km
Jul 26, 1999 138 km S of Matavai, Samoa M5.1 146 km
Jan 25, 1995 16 km ESE of Ta`?, American Samoa M5.0 147 km
Apr 27, 2024 105 km S of Matavai, Samoa M4.9 136 km
Oct 3, 1995 26 km ENE of Samamea, Samoa M4.9 78 km
Sep 17, 2024 93 km S of Matavai, Samoa M4.9 124 km
May 10, 2014 111 km SSW of Matavai, Samoa M4.8 144 km
Jul 22, 2016 72 km S of Matavai, Samoa M4.8 100 km
May 9, 2024 8 km SE of Samamea, Samoa M4.7 87 km
Jan 20, 1995 13 km W of Ofu, American Samoa M4.7 103 km
Apr 26, 2024 97 km S of Matavai, Samoa M4.6 122 km
Sep 27, 2024 39 km NNE of Lufilufi, Samoa M4.6 110 km
Jun 24, 2004 86 km S of Vailoatai, American Samoa M4.6 91 km
Mar 22, 2023 140 km S of Matavai, Samoa M4.5 146 km
Apr 15, 2016 117 km S of Matavai, Samoa M4.5 138 km
Sep 5, 2022 21 km NNE of Ta M4.5 142 km
Mar 24, 2005 110 km SSW of Matavai, Samoa M4.4 149 km
Jan 13, 1995 66 km N of Ofu, American Samoa M4.4 145 km
Nov 6, 1995 106 km SSW of Vailoatai, American Samoa M4.3 112 km
Oct 14, 2016 117 km SSW of Vailoatai, American Samoa M4.2 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Amos Category 1 218 km
2005 Olaf Category 5 122 km
1992 Val Category 4 16 km
1987 Tusi Category 3 124 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tutuila (6 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tutuila Tuff cone(s) 653 m (2,142 ft) 440 6 km
Upolu Shield 1,100 m (3,609 ft) Unknown 113 km
Ofu-Olosega Shield(s) 639 m (2,096 ft) 1866 123 km
Ta'u Shield 931 m (3,054 ft) Unknown 140 km
Vailulu'u Submarine -592 m (-1,942 ft) 2003 182 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

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

Mesepa 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").

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Schools in Mesepa

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Student Learning Assistance Center
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Museums in Mesepa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Jean P. Haydon Museum
National Park of American Samoa
Tauese P.F. Sunia Ocean Center

Libraries in Mesepa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Feleti Barstow Public Library0.0
Library of American Samoa0.0

Farmers Markets in Mesepa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fagatogo Market

Stadiums & Teams in Mesepa

TeamLeagueDivision

Superfund Sites Near Mesepa

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
STARKIST SAMOA INCMAIN ROADEASTERN

Airports Near Mesepa

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pago Pago International AirportPPGLarge Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Pago_Pago
Elevation
16 m (52 ft)
Area
3.3 km² (1.3 mi²)

🇦🇸 About American Samoa

Capital Pago Pago
Population 55,465
Area 199 km²
GDP (USD) $871,000,000
GDP per capita $18,017
HDI 0.830
Life expectancy 72.9 years
Urban population 81.4%
Currency USD (Dollar)
Languages English, Samoan
Calling code +1684
TLD .as
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mesepa

What is the population of Mesepa?

Mesepa has a population of 552 residents and is located in American Samoa. The population density is 1,781 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mesepa?

Mesepa 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 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 116.7 inches.

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