Vailoatai, American Samoa
Western District · American Samoa
Vailoatai is a small town in Western District, American Samoa with a population of 1,144. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Vailoatai
Vailoatai is a village in southwestern Tutuila, the main island of American Samoa. It is located on the eastern end of Leone Bay. The village is known for its beautiful malae, nested along the island's rugged southern coast and lined by the fale tali mālō of its village chiefs.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,144 |
| Population Density | 2,335 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.3534°, -170.7808° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Pago_Pago |
| Country | 🇦🇸 American Samoa |
| State / Province | Western District |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 114.4 inches (2,905 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Vailoatai
Vailoatai is a small town in American Samoa (Western District) with a population of 1,144. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 114.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Pago_Pago.
Climate in Vailoatai
Vailoatai has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is Jan (28.4°C), the coldest is Aug (27.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 3228 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.0°F |
| 50% above American Samoa avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 332 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,335/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.3534°N, 170.7808°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Pago_Pago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tutuila (11 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tutuila | Tuff cone(s) | 653 m (2,142 ft) | 440 | 11 km |
| Upolu | Shield | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | Unknown | 111 km |
| Ofu-Olosega | Shield(s) | 639 m (2,096 ft) | 1866 | 127 km |
| Ta'u | Shield | 931 m (3,054 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
| Vailulu'u | Submarine | -592 m (-1,942 ft) | 2003 | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 16.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 13.9 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 14.0 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 10.5 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | Driest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.4 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 12.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 10.2 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 15.9 in |
Vailoatai has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 131.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (16.8") and June the driest (6.5").
Schools in Vailoatai
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leone High School | — | — | — | — |
| Leone High School Football Field | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Vailoatai
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jean P. Haydon Museum | ||||
| National Park of American Samoa | ||||
| Tauese P.F. Sunia Ocean Center |
Libraries in Vailoatai
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feleti Barstow Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library of American Samoa | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Vailoatai
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fagatogo Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Vailoatai
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Superfund Sites Near Vailoatai
1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| STARKIST SAMOA INC | MAIN ROAD | EASTERN |
Airports Near Vailoatai
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pago Pago International Airport | PPG | Large Airport |
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What is the population of Vailoatai?
Vailoatai has a population of 1,144 residents and is located in American Samoa. The population density is 2,335 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vailoatai?
Vailoatai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 114.4 inches.
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