The month in detail
What to expect in October
October falls in the wet season in Samoa. Showers are often brief but intense. With 56% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
October ranks 6 out of 12 months in Samoa. Compared to September: 11 pts more rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in October
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
very humid
24°
Sea
28°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.3h of daylight
Air quality
excellent
AQI 18
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Is October the right month?
The best month in Samoa is August (5.4/10), 0.6 pt higher than October.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Samoa
🗣️LanguageSamoan
💶CurrencyTālā samoan (T)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthMarch · 30°C
❄️Coolest monthJune · 28°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 73%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Samoa ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
SamoaTropical climate with a 5.4 → 4.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
13.83°S · 171.76°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Samoa?
August is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 24.0°C lows, 6.0h of sunshine and 38.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Samoa get in August?
Samoa averages 6.0 sunshine hours per day in August. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 5.2/10.
What is the rainiest month in Samoa?
February is the most unfavourable month with February has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Samoa in August?
In August, overnight lows reach 24.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Samoa good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Samoa scores 4.5/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains August with a score of 5.2/10.
When should you avoid Samoa?
February is the most difficult month to visit Samoa, with February has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Samoa in October?
In October, the sea averages 28°C in Samoa: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Samoa in October?
The average UV index reaches 8 in October in Samoa (very high), with about 12.3h of daylight. Protection essential.