Matautu, Samoa experiences average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 26°C (79°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 26 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Matautu, Samoa Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Matautu, Samoa. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Apr–Sep 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
3.3/10
Best: June, July, August, September
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 29°C / 26°C
Feels Like 34°C / 30°C
Rainy Days 26
Rainfall 252 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 84%
Wind Speed 20 km/h
Dew Point 24°C
Hottest Month
30°C
March
Avg Low26°C
Rain27days
Coldest Month
25°C
August
Avg High28°C
Rain23days
Driest Month
23days
June
Avg High29°C
Avg Low26°C
Windiest Month
24 km/h
July (Gusts 40)
Sea Temperature
28°C – 30°C
Warmest water: March (
30.1°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, November, December due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:50
Daylight 11.3h
Sunset 18:08
Live conditions—
Matautu on the map · live conditions
Matautu, Samoa
- Continent
- Oceania
- Country
- Samoa
- City
- Matautu
- Population
- 854
- Coordinates
- -14.04°, -171.68°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 26 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 28 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 26 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 23 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 30°C / 26°C . Feb: 29°C / 26°C . Mar: 30°C / 26°C . Apr: 30°C / 26°C . May: 29°C / 26°C . Jun: 29°C / 26°C . Jul: 28°C / 25°C . Aug: 28°C / 25°C . Sep: 28°C / 25°C . Oct: 29°C / 26°C . Nov: 29°C / 26°C . Dec: 29°C / 26°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 341 mm. Feb: 423 mm. Mar: 211 mm. Apr: 253 mm. May: 225 mm. Jun: 166 mm. Jul: 198 mm. Aug: 138 mm. Sep: 163 mm. Oct: 287 mm. Nov: 296 mm. Dec: 326 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 85%. Feb: 85%. Mar: 84%. Apr: 85%. May: 85%. Jun: 83%. Jul: 83%. Aug: 82%. Sep: 83%. Oct: 84%. Nov: 85%. Dec: 85%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 17 km/h . Feb: 20 km/h . Mar: 15 km/h . Apr: 18 km/h . May: 20 km/h . Jun: 22 km/h . Jul: 24 km/h . Aug: 23 km/h . Sep: 24 km/h . Oct: 23 km/h . Nov: 18 km/h . Dec: 18 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 8h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 10h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperature
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 30°C . Feb: 30°C . Mar: 30°C . Apr: 30°C . May: 30°C . Jun: 29°C . Jul: 29°C . Aug: 28°C . Sep: 28°C . Oct: 28°C . Nov: 29°C . Dec: 29°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 9. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 6. Jun: UV 6. Jul: UV 6. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 9. Dec: UV 9.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 76 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Mar 2025 · 30°C | Mar · 30°C |
| Coldest month | Sep 2025 · 25°C | Aug · 25°C |
| Wettest month | Oct 2025 · 456 mm | Feb · 423 mm |
| Windiest month | Sep 2025 · 25 km/h | Jul · 24 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Wet March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June best
Wet July best
Wet August best
Wet September best
Wet October
Wet November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 26°C | 36°C / 31°C | 28days (341 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 85% Humid | 8.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 29°C / 26°C | 36°C / 31°C | 27days (423 mm) Wet | 8.4h Good | 85% Humid | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 30°C / 26°C | 37°C / 31°C | 27days (211 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 84% Humid | 9.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 30°C / 26°C | 36°C / 31°C | 26days (253 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 85% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 29°C / 26°C | 34°C / 30°C | 26days (225 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 85% Humid | 6.3 High | Wet | View Details |
| June best | 29°C / 26°C | 33°C / 29°C | 23days (166 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 83% Humid | 6.2 High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 28°C / 25°C | 32°C / 28°C | 24days (198 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 83% Humid | 6.2 High | Wet | View Details |
| August best | 28°C / 25°C | 32°C / 28°C | 23days (138 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 82% Humid | 7.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September best | 28°C / 25°C | 33°C / 28°C | 24days (163 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 83% Humid | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 29°C / 26°C | 34°C / 29°C | 27days (287 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 84% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 29°C / 26°C | 35°C / 30°C | 27days (296 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 85% Humid | 9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 29°C / 26°C | 36°C / 31°C | 29days (326 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 85% Humid | 9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Matautu are June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Matautu, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Matautu is March, with average daytime highs of 30°C (85°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Matautu is August, with average overnight lows of 25°C (78°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Matautu is February, averaging 423mm of precipitation across 27 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Matautu runs through December, January, February, March, with the heaviest rainfall in December. Based on 10-year averages for Matautu.
Matautu receives approximately 121 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is September with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Matautu.
The least favorable months to visit Matautu are January, February, November, December, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Matautu is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Matautu is 84%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 29°C (84°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Matautu are 20 km/h (12 mph). The windiest month is July with peak winds reaching 24 km/h (15 mph) (gusts up to 40 km/h / 25 mph).
Matautu averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 65%. The clearest skies occur in September.
The annual average dew point in Matautu is 24°C (75°F), which feels oppressively humid. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Matautu has a Tropical Rainforest climate, classified as Af under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Matautu ranges from 30°C (86°F) to 34°C (93°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Matautu, with a climate score of 5/10. Consider visiting during June, July, August, September instead for better conditions.
For June in Matautu, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 29°C (83°F) and 23 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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