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Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands

Saipan · Northern Mariana Islands

Saipan is a mid-size city in Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands with a population of 48,220. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

48,220 Population 142/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
80.7 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Saipan Timezone

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People

Population48,220
Density142/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain80.7 in/yr
Sunny Days191/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population48,220
Population Density142 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates15.2123°, 145.7545°
TimezonePacific/Saipan
Country🇲🇵 Northern Mariana Islands
State / ProvinceSaipan
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation80.7 inches (2,050 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Saipan

Saipan is a mid-size city in Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan) with a population of 48,220. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.7 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Saipan.

Climate in Saipan

Saipan has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is Jun (29°C), the coldest is Feb (26.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1758 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.8°C / 80°F 24.2° / 29.4° 91.2
Feb 26.6°C / 80°F 23.8° / 29.3° 63.1
Mar 27°C / 81°F 24.1° / 29.8° 51.4
Apr 27.8°C / 82°F 24.9° / 30.8° 73.6
May 28.4°C / 83°F 25.6° / 31.3° 84.7
Jun 29°C / 84°F 26.2° / 31.8° 107.6
Jul 28.7°C / 84°F 26° / 31.4° 188.8
Aug 28.2°C / 83°F 25.5° / 31° 307.2
Sep 28°C / 82°F 25.3° / 30.8° 284.7
Oct 27.8°C / 82°F 25.2° / 30.4° 267.5
Nov 27.9°C / 82°F 25.3° / 30.5° 133.5
Dec 27.5°C / 82°F 24.9° / 30.1° 104.8
Saipan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 191 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 80.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.0°F
50% above Northern Mariana Islands avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days191 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area338.5 sq mi (876.8 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates15.2123°N, 145.7545°W
TimezonePacific/Saipan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 80.7"
112% above Northern Mariana Islands avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.62"
Driest Month (Mar) 3.11"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

793 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M0.0 on Aug 21, 2025.

Feb 5, 2005 89 km N of Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands M6.6 90 km
Jun 6, 1993 112 km NE of Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands M6.5 113 km
Aug 14, 2002 114 km SSE of San Jose Village, Northern Mariana Islands M6.5 133 km
Apr 2, 2024 137 km ENE of Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands M6.2 138 km
May 15, 1998 71 km N of Yigo Village, Guam M6.0 149 km
Jun 21, 2000 64 km N of Yigo Village, Guam M5.9 149 km
Jun 23, 2020 91 km NE of Yigo Village, Guam M5.9 136 km
Dec 18, 1997 107 km WSW of San Jose Village, Northern Mariana Islands M5.8 131 km
Aug 30, 1997 90 km WSW of San Jose Village, Northern Mariana Islands M5.8 115 km
May 27, 1997 127 km NNW of Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands M5.6 128 km
Oct 30, 1990 135 km ESE of Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands M5.6 135 km
Jan 31, 2015 147 km E of Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands M5.5 147 km
Mar 13, 2017 77 km SW of San Jose Village, Northern Mariana Islands M5.5 109 km
Jan 4, 1994 133 km N of Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands M5.5 135 km
Apr 17, 2008 119 km NW of Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands M5.5 120 km
Sep 14, 1999 52 km ESE of Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands M5.5 52 km
Apr 11, 2008 130 km NW of Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands M5.5 130 km
Apr 11, 2008 141 km NW of Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands M5.5 142 km
May 29, 2005 141 km NW of Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands M5.5 142 km
Jun 19, 2009 68 km NNE of Yigo Village, Guam M5.5 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Bolaven Category 5 75 km
2023 Mawar Category 5 187 km
2019 Hagibis Category 5 121 km
2019 Bualoi Category 4 95 km
2018 Yutu Category 5 24 km
2018 Jebi Category 5 290 km
2018 Mangkhut Category 3 103 km
2018 Maria Category 1 243 km
2015 Soudelor Category 4 20 km
2015 Nangka Category 4 233 km
2015 Dolphin Category 3 172 km
2015 Champi Category 1 299 km
2015 Goni Category 1 167 km
2014 Vongfong Category 2 108 km
2014 Tapah Category 1 182 km
2009 Melor Category 5 135 km
2009 Choi-wan Category 4 204 km
2007 Kong-rey Category 3 73 km
2005 Nabi Category 3 73 km
2004 Chaba Category 5 84 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: East Diamante (80 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
East Diamante Submarine -127 m (-417 ft) Unknown 80 km
NW Rota-1 Submarine -517 m (-1,696 ft) 2010 125 km
Anatahan Stratovolcano 790 m (2,592 ft) 2008 127 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 4.5 in
February 79°F (26°C) 3.2 in Coldest
March 79°F (26°C) 3.1 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 3.5 in
May 82°F (28°C) 3.8 in
June 83°F (28°C) 4.8 in Warmest
July 82°F (28°C) 9.8 in
August 82°F (28°C) 11.9 in
September 82°F (28°C) 13.6 in Wettest
October 82°F (28°C) 10.6 in
November 81°F (27°C) 6.9 in
December 80°F (27°C) 4.9 in

Saipan has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in February to 83°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 80.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.6") and March the driest (3.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Saipan

Institution Type Founded Website
Northern Marianas College College

Schools in Saipan

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tanapag Elementary School
Gregorio T. Camacho Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Saipan

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Saipan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
American Memorial Park Visitor Center
NMI Museum of History and Culture

Libraries in Saipan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Tinian Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Saipan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Public Farmer's Market
Thursday Night Market

Hotels in Saipan

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aqua Resort Club
Kensington Hotel Saipan
Kensington Hotel Saipan
Mariana Resort and Spa

Restaurants in Saipan

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coffee Care

Zoos in Saipan

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Saipan zoo

Gas Stations in Saipan

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MP #2628135420

Golf Courses in Saipan

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kingfisher Golf Links
Marianas Country Club

Airports Near Saipan

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tinian International AirportTIQLarge Airport
Saipan International AirportSPNMedium Airport

Post Offices in Saipan

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
US Post Office

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Saipan

🇲🇵 About Northern Mariana Islands

Capital Saipan
Population 56,882
Area 477 km²
GDP (USD) $1,096,000,000
GDP per capita $23,786
HDI 0.850
Life expectancy 78.8 years
Urban population 92.0%
Currency USD (Dollar)
Languages Carolinian, Chamorro, English
Calling code +1670
TLD .mp
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saipan

What is the population of Saipan?

Saipan has a population of 48,220 residents and is located in Northern Mariana Islands. The population density is 142 people per square mile, spread across 338.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Saipan?

Saipan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 191 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.7 inches.

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