Mapu a Vaea
Mapu a Vaea is a geographical feature located in Houma, Tonga. It is one of the most looked-up sights in the country, ranking 3 out of 3 sights of the country on this site.
Planning a visit
The site is open 24/7. Average temperatures range from 22 °C in July, August, and September to 26 °C in January, February, and March. Rainfall varies through the year, with the highest precipitation occurring in February at 243 mm over about 20 days, and the lowest in October at 101 mm over about 15 days.
To reach Mapu a Vaea, the nearest airport is Fua'amotu International Airport in Nuku'alofa, located 18 km away. The sight is 12 km from the capital, Nukuʻalofa. Nearby sights include the Royal Palace at 12.2 km and Haʻamonga ʻa Maui at 27.3 km.
Weather by month
The warmest month is February, averaging 26 °C. The wettest is February, with about 243 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperature, °C | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 |
| Rainfall, mm | 228 | 243 | 219 | 192 | 161 | 115 | 119 | 142 | 125 | 101 | 118 | 166 |
| Rainy days | 21 | 20 | 21 | 16 | 16 | 12 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 17 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
