Samoa

Samoa in December

Where it is warm, dry and good for swimming in Samoa in December — compared across the country’s main destinations.

Quick answers
Where is it warmest in Samoa in December?
Asau is the warmest of the 16 destinations compared, with highs of 30°C (86°F) in December; Vaimoso is the coolest at 28°C (83°F).
Can you swim in the sea in Samoa in December?
Yes, in places: the warmest water is at Asau (29°C (84°F)), and 15 of the coastal destinations have a sea of 21 °C or more.
Warmest
30°
Asau
Coolest
28°
Vaimoso
Driest
314 mm
Fasito‘outa
Warmest sea
29°
Asau

December in Samoa ranges from 28°C (83°F) in Vaimoso to 30°C (86°F) in Asau — a spread of 2 degrees across the country. On average it is about as warm as November. Rain is frequent in most destinations. Best bets this month: Apia.

Weather in December by city

PlaceDayNightRainSeaScore
Vaimoso 28° 22° 416 mm 29° 57
Sale’imoa 30° 23° 334 mm 29° 49
Malie 30° 23° 334 mm 29° 49
Lauli’i 30° 24° 397 mm 29° 49
Fasito‘outa 30° 24° 314 mm 29° 49
Nofoali‘i 30° 24° 314 mm 29° 49
Afega 30° 23° 334 mm 29° 49
Palauli 30° 24° 365 mm — 48
Mulifanua 30° 24° 413 mm 29° 48
Siusega 30° 24° 416 mm 29° 48
Apia 30° 23° 394 mm 29° 47
Vaitele 30° 23° 394 mm 29° 47
Vaiusu 30° 23° 394 mm 29° 47
Faleula 30° 23° 394 mm 29° 47
Satapuala 30° 24° 373 mm 29° 47
Asau 30° 24° 394 mm 29° 46

Public holidays in December

  • Christmas Day
  • St. Stephen's Day
Public holidays 2026 →

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Samoa in December?

Average daytime highs range from 28° in Vaimoso to 30° in Asau.

Can you swim in Samoa in December?

Yes — the sea is warmest around Asau at about 29°.