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Sa’asa’ai, Samoa

Fa'asaleleaga · Samoa

Sa’asa’ai is a small town in Fa'asaleleaga, Samoa with a population of 520. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

520 Population 612/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
139.8 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Apia Timezone

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About Sa’asa’ai

Sa'asa'ai is a village on the east coast of Savai'i island in Samoa. The village is part of the electoral constituency of Fa'asaleleaga 4 which is within the larger political district (Itumalo) of Fa'asaleleaga. The population is 526.

People

Population520
Density612/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain139.8 in/yr
Sunny Days114/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population520
Population Density612 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates-13.6371°, -172.1942°
TimezonePacific/Apia
Country🇼🇸 Samoa
State / ProvinceFa'asaleleaga
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation139.8 inches (3,550 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sa’asa’ai

Sa’asa’ai is a small town in Samoa (Fa'asaleleaga) with a population of 520. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 139.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Apia.

Sa’asa’ai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 114 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 139.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average76.8°F
42% above Samoa avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days114 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density612/sq mi
Coordinates-13.6371°N, 172.1942°W
TimezonePacific/Apia

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 139.8"
268% above Samoa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 21.34"
Driest Month (Jul) 6.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

26 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M0.0 on Sep 27, 2024.

May 3, 1993 97 km SW of Gataivai, Samoa M5.4 123 km
Sep 29, 2009 124 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M5.2 148 km
Apr 23, 2009 113 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M5.0 142 km
Sep 17, 2024 93 km S of Matavai, Samoa M4.9 146 km
Oct 3, 1995 26 km ENE of Samamea, Samoa M4.9 100 km
Jan 10, 1990 41 km NNW of Safotu, Samoa M4.8 72 km
Jan 11, 2009 103 km SSW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.8 128 km
Jul 22, 2016 72 km S of Matavai, Samoa M4.8 133 km
Nov 4, 1990 100 km WNW of Asau, Samoa M4.7 149 km
May 9, 2024 8 km SE of Samamea, Samoa M4.7 87 km
Jan 30, 2024 96 km S of Gataivai, Samoa M4.7 116 km
Jul 24, 1996 115 km SSW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.7 140 km
May 11, 2011 84 km WSW of Asau, Samoa M4.7 125 km
Mar 30, 2014 105 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M4.7 136 km
Jul 24, 2008 110 km SSW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.6 135 km
Jun 27, 1998 121 km SW of Lotofag?, Samoa M4.6 141 km
Sep 27, 2024 39 km NNE of Lufilufi, Samoa M4.6 85 km
Aug 23, 2024 123 km SW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.5 149 km
Jun 30, 1997 82 km S of Gataivai, Samoa M4.5 102 km
Jul 15, 2013 83 km SW of Lotofag?, Samoa M4.4 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Amos Category 2 54 km
2005 Olaf Category 5 142 km
1998 Ron Category 4 249 km
1992 Val Category 4 33 km
1987 Tusi Category 2 253 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 36 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Savai'i (36 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Savai'i Shield 1,858 m (6,096 ft) 1911 36 km
Upolu Shield 1,100 m (3,609 ft) Unknown 61 km
Tutuila Tuff cone(s) 653 m (2,142 ft) 440 177 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 21.3 in Wettest
February 78°F (26°C) 15.3 in Warmest
March 78°F (26°C) 14.6 in
April 78°F (25°C) 10.4 in
May 77°F (25°C) 9.3 in
June 76°F (25°C) 6.8 in
July 75°F (24°C) 6.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 6.9 in
September 76°F (24°C) 7.3 in
October 77°F (25°C) 13.0 in
November 77°F (25°C) 11.9 in
December 78°F (25°C) 16.8 in

Sa’asa’ai has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 75°F in July to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 139.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (21.3") and July the driest (6.2").

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Schools in Sa’asa’ai

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Faga Primary School
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Libraries in Sa’asa’ai

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Savaiʻi Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Sa’asa’ai

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Salelologa Fou Market
Satui Fleamarket

Gas Stations in Sa’asa’ai

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sa'asa'ai Gas Station

Airports Near Sa’asa’ai

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Faleolo International AirportAPWLarge Airport
Asau AirportAAUSmall Airport
Fagali'i AirportFGISmall Airport
Maota AirportMXSSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sa’asa’ai

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Luua Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Apia
Elevation
14 m (46 ft)

🇼🇸 About Samoa

Capital Apia
Population 196,130
Area 2,944 km²
GDP (USD) $1,044,909,500
GDP per capita $4,823
HDI 0.708
Life expectancy 71.7 years
Internet users 58.1%
Urban population 17.5%
Currency WST (Tala)
Languages English, Samoan
Calling code +685
TLD .ws
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sa’asa’ai

What is the population of Sa’asa’ai?

Sa’asa’ai has a population of 520 residents and is located in Samoa. The population density is 612 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sa’asa’ai?

Sa’asa’ai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 114 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 139.8 inches.

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