Best Time to Visit Samoa
Month-by-month climate guide for planning a trip to Samoa.
Samoa does not have a month that clearly fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. Its warmest and driest window is around February (27.2°C / 81°F) and July (120 mm / 4.7 in rainfall) — usually the practical travel choice. The drier half of the year covers April–October, while the wetter half runs through November–March. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 25.8°C / 78.4°F in July to 27.2°C / 81°F in February, and monthly rainfall from 120 mm / 4.7 in (July) to 450 mm / 17.7 in (January). Samoa's climate is broadly tropical. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Samoa can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| July | 25.8°C78.4°F | 120 mm4.7″ | Tropical |
| August | 25.8°C78.4°F | 120 mm4.7″ | Tropical |
| June | 26.2°C79.2°F | 150 mm5.9″ | Tropical |
No month in Samoa fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The three above are the driest-and-warmest fallback.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Samoa?
Samoa doesn't have a month that clearly matches our sunny profiles at a national average. The practical travel window centres on July (driest, ~120 mm / 4.7 in) and February (warmest, 27.2°C / 81°F). Regional variation within Samoa can be significant — city and subdivision pages give a more localised view.
When is the rainy season in Samoa?
The rainy season in Samoa runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 250 mm / 9.8 in. The wettest single month is January, averaging 450 mm / 17.7 in.
What is the dry season in Samoa?
The drier half of the year in Samoa covers April–October, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 250 mm / 9.8 in. The driest single month is July with about 120 mm / 4.7 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Samoa?
The least comfortable months for travel in Samoa — based on our climate data — are January, February, June, July, August, September, December. These are Samoa's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 450 mm / 17.7 in in January, and temperatures bottom out at 25.8°C / 78.4°F in July.
Is there a shoulder season in Samoa?
Shoulder-season months in Samoa — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.