National Park of American Samoa

American Samoa lies in the South Pacific Ocean between the Equator and the Tropic of Capricorn and has a tropical climate with warm or hot temperatures year-round, high humidity, and frequent rain showers that may last only a few minutes or all day. Average annual rainfall ranges from 125 inches in the drier areas to as much as 300 inches in the highest mountains. Tropical storms are more prevalent during the long, wet summer season from October to May, followed by a slightly cooler and drier season from June to September. The National Park of American Samoa protects the islands’ rich culture and natural resources and offers experiences found nowhere else in a United States national park.