August · Samoa
Best time to visit Apia in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Apia in August
Average temperature 27°C, 72 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.8/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 72 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Apia scores 8.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 27°C, 72 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Apia is Samoa's capital on Upolu's north coast, with a harbour, markets and Robert Louis Stevenson's Vailima estate.
August ranks 2nd of 12 for Apia — one of the best windows
Days in August average 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 79% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 72 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.5 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Apia at 8.8/10 (2nd of 12), just behind September at 8.9/10.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Apia in August?
- In August, Apia averages 27°C, 72 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.8/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Apia?
- August earns a 8.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Apia in August?
- Expect about 72 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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