Pago Pago
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Pago Pago month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Pago Pago are typically July, August and September, with average daytime highs around 26–26°C. March is usually the warmest month (average high 27°C), September the coldest (average low 24°C), and February the wettest (about 464 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.3 | 25.2 | 307 | 10.3 |
| February | 27.2 | 25.1 | 464 | 8.9 |
| March | 27.4 | 25.2 | 234 | 10.5 |
| April | 27.4 | 25.2 | 297 | 9.6 |
| May | 27.1 | 25.2 | 243 | 9.8 |
| June | 26.7 | 24.9 | 182 | 10.0 |
| July | 26.2 | 24.5 | 145 | 10.0 |
| August | 26.0 | 24.5 | 119 | 10.5 |
| September | 26.0 | 24.4 | 115 | 11.0 |
| October | 26.4 | 24.5 | 235 | 10.8 |
| November | 26.7 | 24.6 | 269 | 10.5 |
| December | 27.1 | 24.9 | 358 | 10.4 |
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Previously
- Documented history · 1500
There is archeological evidence of people living in the Pago Pago Valley at least 1500–1300 years ago.
- Archaeological settlement evidence (1500–1300 BCE)
Archeological evidence shows people lived in the Pago Pago Valley at least 1500–1300 years ago.
- Pago Pago becomes administrative capital (1899)
In 1899 Pago Pago was designated the administrative capital of the U.S. territory of American Samoa.
- First U.S. flag raised at Sogelau Hill (1900)
April 17 1900 the first American flag was raised at Sogelau Hill, marking the opening of the naval station and coaling facilities.
- World’s fourth‑largest tuna processor (1993)
As of 1993 Pago Pago was the world’s fourth‑largest tuna processor.
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01 · Food & cultureFood and everyday culture in Pago Pago
Pago Pago is the capital of American Samoa. The city is located in Maoputasi County on Tutuila, the main island of the territory.
The food culture of Pago Pago is deeply connected to its coastal geography, the natural advantages of its deep harbor, and the fishing industry. Polynesian navigators initially settled the area 4,000 years ago, establishing a vibrant community rooted in agriculture and fishing. Today, food and tuna canning serve as main industries alongside tourism and entertainment. The protected harbor makes landing fish for processing easier, supporting a massive commercial seafood sector. In 2009, the total value of fish landed in Pago Pago reached about $200,000,000 annually, which is higher than in any other port in any United States state or territory. As home to the largest tuna cannery in the world, the city has historically functioned as a massive global processor, ranking as the world's fourth-largest tuna processor as of 1993.
02 · QuestionsQuestions about Pago Pago
Pago Pago is the capital of American Samoa. It lies on the island of Tutuila at latitude ‑14.27806 and longitude ‑170.7025.
The town sits in the Eastern District’s Maoputasi County and rests only about 2 m above sea level, giving it one of the world’s deepest natural harbors. The harbor’s protection from wind and rough seas makes it a prime anchorage and the focal point for the territory’s tuna‑canning industry.
Geographically, Pago Pago is the southernmost capital of the United States and the only U.S. capital located in the Southern Hemisphere. Its position in the Pacific/Pago_Pago time zone places it 11 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time.
The surrounding terrain includes Rainmaker Mountain, which forces heavy precipitation and contributes to the area’s status as the world’s wettest harbor. This abundant rainfall supports lush vegetation and influences local climate patterns.
Key geographic facts:
- Country: American Samoa
- Administrative division: Eastern District
- Population (2020 village count): 3,000; broader area reached about 15,000 by 2010
- Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
- Languages: en‑AS, sm, to
For more detail, see the Wikipedia entry or the GeoNames record.
03 · OverviewPago Pago, in brief
Geographic Setting
Pago Pago is the capital of American Samoa. It lies on Tutuila Island at the head of one of the deepest natural harbors in the South Pacific.
The harbor, protected by surrounding cliffs and Rainmaker Mountain (Mount Pioa), is regarded as the most sheltered deep‑water anchorage in the region and receives the highest annual rainfall of any harbor worldwide. The mountain stands to the east of the town, channeling moist trade winds that create persistent precipitation. Pago Pago rests at an elevation of about 2 m above sea level and is positioned at latitude ‑14.27806 and longitude ‑170.7025 within the Eastern District of the territory.
Administratively, the city forms part of Maoputasi County and serves as the seat of the territorial government, including the bicameral legislature (the Fono) located in the downtown area of Fagatogo. The Greater Pago Pago Metropolitan Area comprises six villages strung along the harbor: Utulei, Fagatogo, Malaloa, Pago Pago, Satala, and Atu’u. The village named Pago Pago recorded a population of roughly 3,000 in 2020, while the overall city houses about 11,500 residents; the wider metropolitan area grew from 8,000 in 2000 to approximately 15,000 by 2010.
Economic activity centers on tuna processing, tourism, and related services. The harbor supports the world’s largest tuna cannery, and the port handles fish landings valued at around $200 million annually, surpassing any other U.S. port. The strategic location that once attracted a U.S. coaling station now underpins both commercial and governmental functions.
- Timezone: Pacific/Pago_Pago
- Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
- Languages: English (en‑AS), Samoan (sm), Tongan (to)
- Distinction: Southernmost capital of the United States and the only U.S. capital situated in the Southern Hemisphere
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Pago Pago |
| Country | American Samoa |
| Administrative District | Eastern District |
| Latitude | ‑14.27806 |
| Longitude | ‑170.7025 |
| Population | 11,500 |
| Elevation (m) | 2 |
For additional details, see the Wikipedia entry on Pago Pago and the GeoNames record.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pago Pago
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01 · Q&AWhere is Pago Pago located and what are its coordinates?
Pago Pago is situated in American Samoa at geographic coordinates -14.2781, -170.7025 with an elevation of 2 meters above sea level.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Pago Pago?
Pago Pago has a recorded population of approximately 11,500 and observes the Pacific/Pago_Pago time zone (USD).
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Pago Pago?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Pago Pago include en-AS, sm, to, and the circulating currency is USD.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Pago Pago?
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