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Pelehake, Tonga
Vava‘u · Tonga
Pelehake is a small town in Vava‘u, Tonga with a population of 885. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Pelehake
Pelehake es una localidad del distrito de Tatakamotonga, en Tonga. Tiene una población de 877 habitantes en 2021.
People
Climate
| Population | 885 |
| Population Density | 201 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.2128°, -175.1433° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tongatapu |
| Country | 🇹🇴 Tonga |
| State / Province | Vava‘u |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.5 inches (1,459 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pelehake
Pelehake is a small town in Tonga (Vava‘u) with a population of 885. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 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 57.5 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Tongatapu.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.1°F |
| 41% above Tonga avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 311 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 201/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -21.2128°N, 175.1433°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 | 79 km |
| 2022 | TONGA ISLANDS | Astronomical | 0.4 m | — | 79 km |
| 2022 | TONGA ISLANDS | Astronomical | 0.2 m | — | 79 km |
| 1948 | TONGA TRENCH | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 121 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tofua (163 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tofua | Caldera | 515 m (1,690 ft) | 2014 | 163 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 8.3 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 6.9 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 4.9 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 5.7 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 7.4 in |
Pelehake has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 70°F in August to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 72.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.9") and June the driest (3.7").
Schools in Pelehake
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GPS Pelehake | — | — | — | — |
| Tupou College Toloa | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Pelehake
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tongan National Centre | ||||
| Tuku'aho Museum |
Libraries in Pelehake
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolovai Community Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pelehake
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 'Ika Maketi | |||||
| Fea | |||||
| Maketi Siamelie | |||||
| Maketi Talamahu | |||||
| Maketi Talamahu | |||||
| Prison Market | |||||
| Roadside Market |
Cafes in Pelehake
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Pelehake
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pelehake
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fua'amotu International Airport | TBU | Large Airport |
| Kaufana Airport | EUA | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pelehake
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dr Moulton Memorial Chapel |
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What is the population of Pelehake?
Pelehake has a population of 885 residents and is located in Tonga. The population density is 201 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pelehake?
Pelehake 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 57.5 inches.