The month in detail
What to expect in August
In August, Samoa sees 82°F during the day with 6.0h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 38% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
August is the best month of the year in Samoa.
This month's conditions
What it's like in August
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
23°
Sea
28°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.5h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 23
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Is August the right month?
August is actually the best month of the year in Samoa. Good timing.
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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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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 · 86°F
❄️Coolest monthJune · 82°F
🌧️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 82°F highs, 75°F 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 75°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
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 August?
In August, the sea averages 82°F in Samoa: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Samoa in August?
The average UV index reaches 7 in August in Samoa (high), with about 11.5h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.