Tofol

Tofol is a village in the Lelu municipality of Kosrae, Micronesia. It serves as the seat of the state government even though it is not the territorial capital.

Easternmost outpost

Situated at latitude 5.32479 N and longitude 163.00781 E, Tofol marks the most easterly point of the Micronesian archipelago. The settlement lies almost directly southwest of Lelu Island, anchoring the administrative heart of Kosrae within a narrow coastal strip that rises only five metres above sea level.

Landscape and climate

The terrain surrounding Tofol is a low‑lying limestone plain fringed by mangrove swamps and coral reefs that buffer the village from the Pacific’s swells. Warm, moist air from the trade winds delivers steady rainfall throughout the year, fostering a tropical maritime climate that keeps temperatures moderate and humidity high. The proximity to the ocean moderates seasonal temperature swings, creating a consistently verdant environment.

Population and daily life

With a population of 9 686 residents, the community blends traditional practices with the practicalities of modern governance. Residents conduct business in United States dollars, the official currency, and navigate daily life in the Pacific/Kosrae time zone (UTC +11). A multilingual fabric weaves through the village, featuring English (en‑FM) alongside indigenous tongues such as Chuukese, Pohnpeian, Yapese, Kosraean, Ulithian, Woleaian, Nukuoro, and Kapingamarangi.

Education hub

The Kosrae State Department of Education operates public schools in the area, most notably Kosrae High School, which serves as the principal secondary institution for the island’s youth.

Reference

Further details are available on Tofol and the GeoNames record for Tofol.