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Sapapali’i, Samoa

Fa'asaleleaga · Samoa

Sapapali’i is a small town in Fa'asaleleaga, Samoa with a population of 877. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

877 Population 1,032/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
132.1 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Apia Timezone

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About Sapapali’i

Fusi is a village on the island of Savai'i in Samoa. It is situated on the east coast of the island in the district of Fa'asaleleaga and the electoral district of Fa'asaleleaga 3. The population is 199.

People

Population877
Density1,032/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain132.1 in/yr
Sunny Days117/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population877
Population Density1,032 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-13.6873°, -172.1918°
TimezonePacific/Apia
Country🇼🇸 Samoa
State / ProvinceFa'asaleleaga
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation132.1 inches (3,356 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sapapali’i

Sapapali’i is a small town in Samoa (Fa'asaleleaga) with a population of 877. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 132.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Apia.

Sapapali’i has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 117 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 132.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above Samoa avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days117 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density1,032/sq mi
Coordinates-13.6873°N, 172.1918°W
TimezonePacific/Apia

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 132.1"
248% above Samoa avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 18.66"
Driest Month (Jul) 6.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

34 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 M5.4 120 km
Sep 29, 2009 124 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M5.2 143 km
Apr 23, 2009 113 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M5.0 136 km
Apr 27, 2024 105 km S of Matavai, Samoa M4.9 148 km
Oct 3, 1995 26 km ENE of Samamea, Samoa M4.9 98 km
Sep 17, 2024 93 km S of Matavai, Samoa M4.9 140 km
Jan 10, 1990 41 km NNW of Safotu, Samoa M4.8 76 km
Jul 22, 2016 72 km S of Matavai, Samoa M4.8 128 km
Jan 11, 2009 103 km SSW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.8 124 km
May 11, 2011 84 km WSW of Asau, Samoa M4.7 124 km
Mar 30, 2014 105 km SSW of Lotofag?, Samoa M4.7 131 km
Jan 30, 2024 96 km S of Gataivai, Samoa M4.7 111 km
Nov 20, 2009 127 km SSW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.7 147 km
May 9, 2024 8 km SE of Samamea, Samoa M4.7 84 km
Jul 24, 1996 115 km SSW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.7 135 km
Apr 26, 2024 97 km S of Matavai, Samoa M4.6 146 km
Dec 11, 1990 130 km SSW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.6 149 km
Jun 27, 1998 121 km SW of Lotofag?, Samoa M4.6 136 km
Jul 24, 2008 110 km SSW of Gataivai, Samoa M4.6 131 km
Sep 27, 2024 39 km NNE of Lufilufi, Samoa M4.6 86 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 59 km
2005 Olaf Category 5 146 km
1998 Ron Category 4 255 km
1992 Val Category 4 35 km
1987 Tusi Category 2 254 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 37 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Savai'i (37 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Savai'i Shield 1,858 m (6,096 ft) 1911 37 km
Upolu Shield 1,100 m (3,609 ft) Unknown 58 km
Tutuila Tuff cone(s) 653 m (2,142 ft) 440 175 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 18.7 in Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 14.1 in Warmest
March 79°F (26°C) 13.1 in
April 79°F (26°C) 10.6 in
May 78°F (25°C) 9.1 in
June 77°F (25°C) 6.7 in
July 76°F (25°C) 6.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 76°F (25°C) 6.9 in
September 77°F (25°C) 7.4 in
October 78°F (25°C) 12.4 in
November 78°F (26°C) 10.9 in
December 79°F (26°C) 16.5 in

Sapapali’i has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 76°F in July to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 132.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (18.7") and July the driest (6.0").

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Schools in Sapapali’i

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Salelologa Primary School
Sapapali'i Primary School
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Libraries in Sapapali’i

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Savaiʻi Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Sapapali’i

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Salelologa Fou Market
Satui Fleamarket

Hotels in Sapapali’i

7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jet Over Hotel
Jetover hotel
La Rosalete
Lusia's Lagoon Chalets
Safua
Savai'in
Savaiian Hotel

Restaurants in Sapapali’i

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eva Eva Bar and Restaurant
Lusia's Lagoon Chalets

Monuments in Sapapali’i

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ioane Viliamu

Bus Stations in Sapapali’i

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Salelologa New Market
Salelologa Wharf

Gas Stations in Sapapali’i

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

WS #139468156
WS #331950308
WS #6638872685
WS #694836173
WS #926129253

Banks in Sapapali’i

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ Savaii
Bank South Pacific Salelologa
Samoa Commercial Bank Salelologa

Airports Near Sapapali’i

4 airports within the area.

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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sapapali’i

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Apita o Pisaga Hall
Catholic Church
Church
Mormons
Mormons
Salelavalu-Tai Congregational Christian Church
Salelavalu-Uta Methodist Church
Samoa Full Gospel Pentecostal Church
Seventh-day Adventist Church
Vaimaga Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-day Saints

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Apia

🇼🇸 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 Sapapali’i

What is the population of Sapapali’i?

Sapapali’i has a population of 877 residents and is located in Samoa. The population density is 1,032 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sapapali’i?

Sapapali’i has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 117 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 132.1 inches.

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