Tonga

Tonga in September

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

Quick answers
Where is it warmest in Tonga in September?
Neiafu is the warmest of the 16 destinations compared, with highs of 27°C (80°F) in September; Fua'amotu is the coolest at 25°C (77°F).
Can you swim in the sea in Tonga in September?
Yes, in places: the warmest water is at Neiafu (25°C (78°F)), and 16 of the coastal destinations have a sea of 21 °C or more.
Warmest
27°
Neiafu
Coolest
25°
Fua'amotu
Driest
115 mm
Vainī
Warmest sea
25°
Neiafu

Neiafu is the warm end of Tonga in September (27°C (80°F)); Fua'amotu the cool end (25°C (77°F)). On average it is about as warm as August. Rain is frequent in most destinations. Best bets this month: Nuku'alofa.

Weather in September by city

PlaceDayNightRainSeaScore
Vainī 25° 19° 115 mm 24° 83
Nuku'alofa 25° 19° 117 mm 24° 82
Mu‘a 25° 19° 119 mm 24° 82
Haveluloto 25° 19° 116 mm 24° 82
Tofoa-Koloua 25° 19° 115 mm 24° 82
Ha'ateiho 25° 19° 119 mm 24° 82
Popua 25° 19° 116 mm 24° 82
Nukunuku 25° 19° 119 mm 24° 82
Pea 26° 19° 116 mm 24° 82
Lapaha 25° 19° 119 mm 24° 82
Houma 25° 19° 117 mm 24° 82
Tatakamotonga 25° 19° 119 mm 24° 82
Fua'amotu 25° 18° 119 mm 24° 82
Fangale’ounga 26° 20° 135 mm 25° 79
Neiafu 27° 21° 135 mm 25° 78
Pangai 26° 20° 137 mm 25° 78

Public holidays in September

  • Birthday of the Heir to the Crown of Tonga
Public holidays 2027 →

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tonga in September?

Average daytime highs range from 25° in Fua'amotu to 27° in Neiafu.

Can you swim in Tonga in September?

Yes — the sea is warmest around Neiafu at about 25°.