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Vailima, Samoa
Tuamasaga · Samoa
Vailima is a small town in Tuamasaga, Samoa with a population of 1,462. Elevation: 574 ft (175 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Vailima
Vailima is the name of a village on the island of Upolu, about four miles south of Apia, the capital of Samoa, the island nation in the Pacific Ocean. The population is 769. Vailima is part of the electoral political district of Tuamasaga.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,462 |
| Population Density | 31 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 574 ft (175 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.8642°, -171.7613° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Apia |
| Country | 🇼🇸 Samoa |
| State / Province | Tuamasaga |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 92.0 inches (2,336 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Vailima
Vailima is a small town in Samoa (Tuamasaga) with a population of 1,462. The city sits at an elevation of 574 feet (175 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.0 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Apia.
Climate in Vailima
Vailima 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 | 79.9°F |
| 48% above Samoa avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 343 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 574 ft (175 m) |
| Area | 47.8 sq mi (123.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.8642°N, 171.7613°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 | — | 87 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Upolu (9 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Upolu | Shield | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | Unknown | 9 km |
| Savai'i | Shield | 1,858 m (6,096 ft) | 1911 | 87 km |
| Tutuila | Tuff cone(s) | 653 m (2,142 ft) | 440 | 124 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 21.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 16.8 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 14.9 in | |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 11.5 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 10.0 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 6.7 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | Driest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 7.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 7.9 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 13.2 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 14.3 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 17.9 in |
Vailima has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 74°F in August to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 147.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (21.1") and July the driest (6.4").
Schools in Vailima
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vailima Fou Theological College | — | — | — | — |
| Avele Boys College | — | — | — | — |
| Vailima Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Malololelei Divine Mercy Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St Peter Chanel College | — | — | — | — |
| St Peter Chanel Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Vaiala Beach School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Vailima
| 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 Vailima
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library & Cafeteria | 0.0 | |||||
| Medical Records | 0.0 | |||||
| Mulivai Primary School Library and Technology Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Nelson Memorial Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| USP Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Vailima
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accident Compensation Corporation Farmers Market | |||||
| Ah Fook Vegetable Stand | |||||
| Farmers Produce Market | |||||
| Fugalei Fresh Produce Market | |||||
| Laumua O Tumua Farmers Market | |||||
| Produce Stand | |||||
| Satui Fleamarket | |||||
| Savalalo Fish Market | |||||
| Vaitele Market | |||||
| Vegetable Market |
Hotels in Vailima
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Vailima
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Vailima
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Vailima
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Vailima
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Vailima
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vailima
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Vailima
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Vailima
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 Vailima
18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Afiamalu East Assemblies of God | |
| Afiamalu New Apostolic Church | |
| Bahá'í House of Worship | |
| Baha'i Temple | |
| Magiagi Uta Methodist Church | |
| Malololelei Catholic Church | |
| Moamoa Fou Church | |
| Nafanua Methodist Church | |
| Papaloloa Assembly of God | |
| Shrine of the Divine Mercy | |
| Shrine of the Three Hearts | |
| Tiapapata Congregational Christian Church | |
| Tiapapata Seventh Day Adventist Church | |
| Vailima Congregational Christian Church | |
| Vaoala Catholic Church | |
| Vaoala Church of Jesus Christ and the Latter-day Saints | |
| Vaoala Congregational Christian Church | |
| Vaoala Congregational Christian Church |
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What is the population of Vailima?
Vailima has a population of 1,462 residents and is located in Samoa. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 47.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vailima?
Vailima 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 79°F in July. The area receives 343 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.0 inches.