American Samoa, United States of America: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to American Samoa, United States of America? If you're planning to go to American Samoa, this is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to American Samoa, United States of America

Based on the climate and weather in American Samoa, the best time to go is August. See below for details.

Important essentials for American Samoa, United States of America

Here are some general tips on what to wear in American Samoa, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly option.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards frequently wear away. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to have an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a good value.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

What to wear/what to pack for American Samoa, United States of America by month

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January

If you vacation in American Samoa during January, you might find that it can be very hot and extremely rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain most days.

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February

In February, American Samoa can be sweltering and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 80s F (low 30s C) and occasionally jump into the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for American Samoa, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In February, humidity reaches as high as 80%.

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March

March in American Samoa is extremely hot and extremely rainy. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains most days.

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April

Traveling to American Samoa in April, you will notice that it can be sweltering and very rainy. Expect it to rain most days. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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May

May can be very hot and very rainy. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.

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June

June here is pretty consistently hot and very rainy. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.

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July

If you vacation in American Samoa during July, you may see that it is pretty consistently hot and very rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about two thirds of the time.

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August

August in American Samoa is hot and very rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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September

September in American Samoa can be sweltering and very rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) to 80s F (low 20s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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October

If you go to American Samoa in October, you will notice that it can be very hot and very rainy. Expect it to rain most days. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 20s C).

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November

If you vacation in American Samoa during November, you might find that it is really hot and very rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about two thirds of the time.

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December

December in American Samoa is consistently hot and extremely rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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