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Samamea, Samoa
Va'a-o-Fonoti · Samoa
Samamea is a small town in Va'a-o-Fonoti, Samoa with a population of 89. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Samamea
Samamea is a village on the north east coast of Upolu island in Samoa. It is the main village or 'capital' of the political district Va'a-o-Fonoti. The village's population is 45.
People
Climate
| Population | 89 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.9338°, -171.5312° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Apia |
| Country | 🇼🇸 Samoa |
| State / Province | Va'a-o-Fonoti |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 115.3 inches (2,928 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Samamea
Samamea is a small town in Samoa (Va'a-o-Fonoti) with a population of 89. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 115.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Apia.
Climate in Samamea
Samamea has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 2932 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.3°F |
| 49% above Samoa avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 47.8 sq mi (123.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.9338°N, 171.5312°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Apia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | — | 113 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Upolu (20 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Upolu | Shield | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | Unknown | 20 km |
| Tutuila | Tuff cone(s) | 653 m (2,142 ft) | 440 | 98 km |
| Savai'i | Shield | 1,858 m (6,096 ft) | 1911 | 113 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 19.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 16.1 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 14.7 in | |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 10.9 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 9.1 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 6.7 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 6.9 in | Coldest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 7.0 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 13.6 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 13.5 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 17.5 in |
Samamea has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in August to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 141.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (19.6") and July the driest (6.1").
Schools in Samamea
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uafoto Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lona Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Maasina Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Samamea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 Magiagi Hydro Scheme Building Ruins | ||||
| Museum of Samoa | ||||
| Museum of Samoa | ||||
| Robert Louis Stevenson's Museum |
Libraries in Samamea
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library & Cafeteria | 0.0 | |||||
| Medical Records | 0.0 | |||||
| Nelson Memorial Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Samamea
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accident Compensation Corporation Farmers Market | |||||
| Ah Fook Vegetable Stand | |||||
| Fugalei Fresh Produce Market | |||||
| Savalalo Fish Market | |||||
| Vegetable Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Samamea
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Samamea
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Faleolo International Airport | APW | Large Airport |
| Fagali'i Airport | FGI | Small Airport |
| Maota Airport | MXS | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Samamea
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lona Church | |
| Lona Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| Lona Congregational Christian Church | |
| Ma'asina Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| Ma'asina Congregational Christian Church | |
| Musumusu Church | |
| Saletele Catholic Church | |
| Saletele Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints | |
| Samamea Congrigational Christian Church | |
| Uafato Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| Uafato Congregational Chrisitan Church |
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What is the population of Samamea?
Samamea has a population of 89 residents and is located in Samoa. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 47.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Samamea?
Samamea has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 115.3 inches.