Ofu
Island Coral island in Manuʻa District, American Samoa
Ofu Island in the Manuʻa group offers white‑sand beaches, shallow coral reef and village life accessible via limited ferries and small guesthouses. Snorkeling, reef trips and visits to the National Park of American Samoa draw most visitors.
Ofu is a small island in the Manu’a District of American Samoa, part of the Manu’a Islands chain. It is notable for its sheltered lagoon and beach areas that are included in the National Park of American Samoa.
The island offers a sheltered coral-fringed lagoon, white-sand beach areas and small traditional Samoan villages. Marine life and reef snorkelling are primary attractions; access is typically by ferry or small plane via the Manu’a group.
Ofu has long-standing Samoan settlement and cultural use consistent with other Manu’a islands. In the late 20th century parts of the island and its adjacent reef were incorporated into the National Park of American Samoa to protect terrestrial and marine habitats.
Ofu lies in the South Pacific within the Manu’a island group of American Samoa, east of the main island of Tutuila. The island is mountainous and fringed by reef, and it sits close to the island of Olosega.
- Natural highlights: Includes a coral-fringed lagoon and a notable white-sand beach that is part of the National Park of American Samoa's Manua unit.
- Connection to Olosega: Connected to the neighboring island of Olosega by a narrow channel and a short bridge, forming a closely linked pair of islands in Manua.
How to Get to Ofu #
Ofu is accessible by air to Ofu Airport with limited inter-island flights from Pago Pago; travel is often scheduled through local carriers and must be planned in advance. Boat visits are possible but depend on weather and operators.
Tips for Visiting Ofu #
- If planning to visit, coordinate with local Manuʻa authorities for transport and lodging-services are limited.
- Pack extra food and supplies; commercial services on small Pacific islands can be sparse.
- Respect local customs and seek permissions when visiting villages or sacred sites.
Best Time to Visit Ofu #
The dry season is the most practical for visiting remote American Samoa islands; wet season carries more risk of storms and travel disruption.
Weather & Climate near Ofu #
Ofu's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C. Heavy rainfall (3689 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 24°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (429 mm).
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February
February is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (390 mm).
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March
March is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (328 mm).
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April
April is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (245 mm).
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May
May is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (242 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (195 mm).
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July
July is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (196 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (355 mm).
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September
September is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (192 mm).
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October
October is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (404 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (331 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (382 mm).
