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Pangai, Tonga
Ha‘apai · Tonga
Pangai is a small town in Ha‘apai, Tonga with a population of 1,738. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Pangai
Pangai is the administrative capital village of the Haʻapai group in Tonga.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,738 |
| Population Density | 394 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | -19.8147°, -174.3542° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tongatapu |
| Country | 🇹🇴 Tonga |
| State / Province | Ha‘apai |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 80.1 inches (2,034 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pangai
Pangai is a small town in Tonga (Ha‘apai) with a population of 1,738. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Tongatapu.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.5°F |
| 42% above Tonga avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 191 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 394/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -19.8147°N, 174.3542°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tongatapu |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 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 | 134 km |
| 1865 | TONGA ISLANDS | Earthquake | 1.3 m | — | 96 km |
| 2022 | TONGA ISLANDS | Astronomical | 0.4 m | — | 134 km |
| 2006 | TONGA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 48 km |
| 2022 | TONGA ISLANDS | Astronomical | 0.2 m | — | 134 km |
| 1948 | TONGA TRENCH | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 137 km |
| 2025 | TONGA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 74 km |
| 1892 | TOFUA | Astronomical | — | — | 75 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tofua (75 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tofua | Caldera | 515 m (1,690 ft) | 2014 | 75 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 7.9 in | Warmest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 8.5 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 5.9 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 5.5 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 6.3 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 6.8 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 8.4 in |
Pangai has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 73°F in August to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 80.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.8") and July the driest (3.7").
Schools in Pangai
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ha'apai High School | — | — | — | — |
| Holopeka Middle School | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Pangai
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Pangai
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Pangai
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Pangai
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Pangai
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lifuka Island Airport | HPA | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pangai
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hato'u |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pangai
What is the population of Pangai?
Pangai has a population of 1,738 residents and is located in Tonga. The population density is 394 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pangai?
Pangai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 191 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.1 inches.