Best Time to Visit National Park of American Samoa
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The best months to visit National Park of American Samoa are June, August and December — computed from official NPS visitation (2021–2025 average), NOAA weather normals and daylight. April is the crowd peak (3,114 monthly visits); June is quietest at 14% of peak.
Bring for American Samoa in June
- Sun protection and 2L+ water per personSee it on AmazonWhy: highs average 85°F.
- Rain shell + pack coverSee it on AmazonWhy: 6.4″ of precipitation is normal this month.
- Waterproof bootsSee it on AmazonWhy: 6.4″ of precipitation is normal this month.
June is one of American Samoa's best months. Going in another month? Pick it in the month row above: each month page has its own list.
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Best months for fewer crowds
The quietest months at American Samoa, leaving out harsh weather and months when main access is typically closed.
Monthly crowd curve
Average monthly recreation visits, 2021–2025 (NPS Visitor Use Statistics). Amber bar = current month.
American Samoa month by month
| Month | Verdict | Avg visits | % of peak | High / Low | Precip | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Shoulder | 1,079 | 35% | 88°F / 78°F | 15.3″ | 12.9h |
| February | Shoulder | 1,923 | 62% | 88°F / 78°F | 13.7″ | 12.6h |
| March | Shoulder | 1,555 | 50% | 88°F / 78°F | 10.9″ | 12.2h |
| April | Peak crowds | 3,114 | 100% | 88°F / 78°F | 11.3″ | 11.8h |
| May | Shoulder | 981 | 32% | 86°F / 78°F | 11.7″ | 11.5h |
| June | Best window | 434 | 14% | 85°F / 78°F | 6.4″ | 11.3h |
| July | Peak crowds | 2,378 | 76% | 85°F / 77°F | 7.5″ | 11.4h |
| August | Best window | 734 | 24% | 85°F / 77°F | 6.9″ | 11.6h |
| September | Peak crowds | 2,435 | 78% | 86°F / 78°F | 8.0″ | 12h |
| October | Shoulder | 1,416 | 45% | 86°F / 78°F | 10.2″ | 12.4h |
| November | Shoulder | 1,087 | 35% | 87°F / 78°F | 12.1″ | 12.8h |
| December | Best window | 532 | 17% | 88°F / 78°F | 14.3″ | 13h |
Crowds: NPS Visitor Use Statistics, mean of 2021–2025 (2020 excluded as a COVID-19 anomaly). Weather: NOAA 1991–2020 monthly normals, station PAGO PAGO WSO AP, AS AQ (6 mi from park coordinates). Daylight: computed for the 15th of each month at the park's location. Methodology.
How many people visit American Samoa each year
National Park of American Samoa had 43,258 recreation visits in 2025, 92% more than 2024 (NPS Visitor Use Statistics). The busiest year since 2015 was 2017, with 69,468. Over 2021–2025 it averaged 17,668 visits a year, which makes it the 3rd least-visited of the 63 national parks.
| Year | Recreation visits | vs. year before |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 43,258 | +92% |
| 2024 | 22,567 | +86% |
| 2023 | 12,135 | +543% |
| 2022 | 1,887 | −78% |
| 2021 | 8,495 | +76% |
| 2020 | 4,819 | −92% |
| 2019 | 60,006 | +110% |
| 2018 | 28,626 | −59% |
| 2017 | 69,468 | +140% |
| 2016 | 28,892 | +108% |
| 2015 | 13,892 | — |
Calendar-year recreation visits as published by NPS Visitor Use Statistics. 2020 is shown here but left out of the monthly averages above, because the COVID-19 pandemic makes it unrepresentative. See how every park compares: all 63 parks ranked by visits.
What to pack for American Samoa in June
Computed from June's weather normals — American Samoa's best month above. Visiting another month? Each month page has its own weather-computed list.
- Sun protection and 2L+ water per person — highs average 85°F
- Rain shell + pack cover — 6.4″ of precipitation is normal this month
- Waterproof boots — plus navigation and a basic first-aid kit — 6.4″ of precipitation is normal this month
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Common questions
What is the best month to visit American Samoa?
June, August and December rank best for American Samoa on VisitWhen's computed score — the strongest balance of low crowds (NPS data), comfortable weather (NOAA normals) and daylight. The numbers are on American Samoa in June.
What is the most crowded month at American Samoa?
April: an average of 3,114 recreation visits (NPS, 2021–2025). The quietest is June, at 14% of the April peak.
When is American Samoa least crowded with decent conditions?
June. It is the park's quietest month (14% of the April peak, 434 average visits) without harsh-season weather.
How many people visit American Samoa per year?
National Park of American Samoa had 43,258 recreation visits in 2025, 92% more than 2024 (NPS Visitor Use Statistics). The busiest year since 2015 was 2017, with 69,468. Over 2021–2025 it averaged 17,668 visits a year (how we average NPS counts).
What is the weather like at American Samoa through the year?
The warmest month is March, with average highs of 88°F. The coldest nights come in August, averaging 77°F. The wettest month is January, with 15.3″ of precipitation. (NOAA 1991–2020 normals, PAGO PAGO WSO AP, AS AQ station.)
Dive into a month
Comparing parks for the same trip? See how American Samoa ranks against all 63 parks in June, August and December.
Last verified 2026-09-24 · all parks
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