Apia
Capital of Samoa
Apia is the capital of Samoa and had a population of 37,708 in 2006. Visitors come to the city to see cultural and historical sites such as the Robert Louis Stevenson Museum and the Immaculate Conception Cathedral.
What to see
The city features the Robert Louis Stevenson Museum and the Immaculate Conception Cathedral. Additionally, the Apia Samoa Temple is located in the area.
When to go
Temperatures in Apia remain consistent throughout the year, averaging 26 °C to 27 °C. Rainfall varies significantly by month. June through September are generally the driest months, with rain falling on 17 to 19 days each month. The wettest period occurs from December through March, when rain falls on 24 to 26 days per month, with January seeing the highest precipitation at 557 mm.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Faleolo International Airport, located 19 km from the city.
Top sights in Apia
Weather by month
Temperatures stay much the same all year, around 26 °C on average. The wettest is January, with about 557 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperature, °C | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 |
| Rainfall, mm | 557 | 478 | 386 | 294 | 274 | 171 | 179 | 149 | 239 | 295 | 392 | 442 |
| Rainy days | 25 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 21 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 23 | 25 | 26 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Apia (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Apia Samoa Temple