i Vaitele
Samoa
The best months to visit are June–August.
The sea is warmest in March, at about 29°C (85°F).
Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): January–December.
February is the hottest month, with highs around 30°C (87°F).
July is the coldest month, with lows around 22°C (72°F).
in October, it is warmer than 91% of places in Samoa.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 33°
- Humidity
- 67%
- Wind
- 12 km/h SE
- Gusts
- 35 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 100%
- Pressure
- 1011 hPa
- UV index
- 9
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 06:00 / 18:25
Next 48 hours
Pollen forecasts are only available in Europe.
Best time to visit Vaitele
Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 30° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 30° | 30° |
| Average low | 24° | 24° | 24° | 24° | 23° | 23° | 22° | 22° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 23° |
| Sea temperature | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 29° | 29° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 433 | 332 | 347 | 228 | 194 | 131 | 145 | 128 | 169 | 317 | 283 | 394 |
| Rain days | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Sunshine per day (h) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Daylight (h) | 12.9 | 12.6 | 12.2 | 11.8 | 11.5 | 11.3 | 11.4 | 11.7 | 12 | 12.4 | 12.8 | 12.9 |
| Humidity (%) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Wind (km/h) | 19 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 19 |
| Go score | 46 | 44 | 45 | 46 | 51 | 65 | 65 | 68 | 58 | 50 | 49 | 47 |
The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.
Vaitele: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Vaitele: sea water temperature
Wave height: 1 m
Swimming seasonJanuary–December
Average sea temperature by month
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
i Mount Vaea
mountain in Samoa
i Falemauga Caves
caves of Upolu, Samoa
Lake Lanoto'o
Apia, Samoa, Inland wetlands, Permanent freshwater lakes
i Museum of Samoa
Samoa's national museum
Mount Fito
mountain in Samoa
i O Le Pupu-Puʿe National Park
national park in the island of Upolu, Samoa
i Papapapaitai Falls
waterfall of Upolu, Samoa
i Lanoto'o
lake in the crater of volcano
Tafua-upolu
cinder cone in Samoa
Lake Lanoto'o National Park
national park in Samoa
i Sancta Ana Basilica
church in Samoa
Vaitele: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 230 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the left
Samoan Tala
WST · T
- Languages
- English, Samoan
- Calling code
- +685
- Meal, casual restaurantWST 43.00≈ $15.00
- CappuccinoWST 10.00≈ $3.70
- Beer (0.5 l)WST 15.00≈ $5.50
- Bottled water (1.5 l)WST 4.70≈ $1.70
- Taxi, 5 kmWST 31.00≈ $11.00
- Public transport ticketWST 5.70≈ $2.00
- Mid-range hotel, per nightWST 350≈ $125
Estimated from Samoa’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 67% of US levels.
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Dec 26St. Stephen's Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
- Jan 2New Year's Day
2 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M5.1 (2026).
How to get to Vaitele
Nearest airports
- APWFaleolo International AirportApia22 km
- PPGPago Pago International AirportPago Pago131 km
- OFUOfu AirportOfu234 km
- FTIFitiuta AirportFitiuta Village261 km
- NTTKuini Lavenia AirportNiuatoputapu320 km
Distances
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Hotels in Vaitele
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The most-recorded species within 25 km, with their seasonality.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Vaitele?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Vaitele is June–August.
What is the weather like in Vaitele in October?
In October, Vaitele averages a high of 29°C (85°F) and a low of 23°C (73°F), with 317 mm of rain on about 0 days.
How warm is the sea in Vaitele?
The sea is warmest in March (about 29°C (85°F)). Swimming season: January–December.
What is the nearest airport to Vaitele?
Faleolo International Airport (APW), about 22 km away.
What power plugs are used in Samoa?
Plug types I, 230 V.
What currency is used in Samoa?
Samoan Tala (WST).
Is Samoa safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise normal precautions. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.
When is Vaitele most crowded?
The busiest months are August.
When is Vaitele least crowded?
The quietest months are December–April.
When is the best time to visit Vaitele without the crowds?
September: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Vaitele in?
Pacific/Apia (UTC+13).
What is the population of Vaitele?
About 7,972.