The month in detail
What to expect in May
May falls in the wet season in Samoa. Showers are often brief but intense. With 86.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
May ranks 5 out of 12 months in Samoa. Compared to April: 6 pts fewer rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
oppressive heat
25°
Sea
30°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.4h of daylight
Air quality
excellent
AQI 14
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Samoa is July (4.8/10), 0.3 pt higher than May.
Context
Our verdict
Samoa (formerly Western Samoa) is an independent state in the South Pacific: 200,000 inhabitants, capital Apia on Upolu, 10 islands. Not to be confused with American Samoa (US territory).
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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 · 86°F
❄️Coolest monthJune · 82°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 95%
🏝️ 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 4.8 → 4.4 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?
June is the best month with 82°F highs, 77°F lows, 5.9h of sunshine and 76.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Samoa get in June?
Samoa averages 5.9 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 4.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Samoa?
January is the most unfavourable month with January 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 June?
In June, overnight lows reach 77°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Samoa good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Samoa scores 4.2/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 4.5/10.
When should you avoid Samoa?
January is the most difficult month to visit Samoa, with January 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 May?
In May, the sea averages 87°F in Samoa: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Samoa in May?
The average UV index reaches 7 in May in Samoa (high), with about 11.4h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.