Samoa Apia East Mission
The Samoa Apia East Mission is one of 2 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Samoa, centered on Apia. Below you’ll find tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Organized1 July 2026
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in Samoan and English; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the Apia Samoa Temple, in the mission area.
- WeatherNear Apia, the warmest month is usually March (average high about 86°F / 30°C) and the coolest is August (average low about 75°F / 24°C), with roughly 2,649 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are January.
- The Church hereSamoa has about 90,706 Church members.
This is an unofficial family guide, not affiliated with the Church; always follow your call packet and the Missionary Portal.
Mission office
Address & phone
We haven’t verified this mission’s office address, phone or email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal. as of October 8, 2026
Mission leaders
Who leads the mission
Not yet verified — not matched in the 2024–2026 Newsroom announcements (the mission may have been renamed). Check your Missionary Portal → About My Mission. as of October 8, 2026
Official Church area websitePacific Area: official news and contacts →Letters & packages
How to send letters & packages
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables.
- Your missionary can email weekly on P-day (preparation day: their weekly day for errands, letters and rest); letters and packages are optional extras.
- Confirm the current mailing address with the mission office or the call packet before sending — offices move.
- Small, padded envelopes usually travel faster and cheaper than boxes; declare contents honestly and avoid restricted items.
Weather & climate
Seasons, rain & live weather
Profile: tropical, very-wet · about 2649 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Jan.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 86°F / 30°C | 77°F / 25°C | 374 mm |
| Feb | 85°F / 30°C | 77°F / 25°C | 388 mm |
| Mar | 86°F / 30°C | 77°F / 25°C | 220 mm |
| Apr | 86°F / 30°C | 77°F / 25°C | 234 mm |
| May | 85°F / 30°C | 77°F / 25°C | 189 mm |
| Jun | 84°F / 29°C | 76°F / 25°C | 133 mm |
| Jul | 84°F / 29°C | 76°F / 24°C | 128 mm |
| Aug | 84°F / 29°C | 75°F / 24°C | 101 mm |
| Sep | 85°F / 29°C | 76°F / 24°C | 105 mm |
| Oct | 85°F / 30°C | 76°F / 24°C | 221 mm |
| Nov | 85°F / 30°C | 76°F / 25°C | 268 mm |
| Dec | 85°F / 30°C | 77°F / 25°C | 291 mm |
Monthly averages computed from Open-Meteo historical weather data (2016–2025, ERA5 reanalysis) for a ~1° grid cell near the mission city. Approximate; local altitude and coast effects vary.
Language
What you’ll speak
Samoan, English
Samoan has only 14 letters; "g" is pronounced "ng". Respect (fa'aaloalo) and family (aiga) are central. A respectful speech register is used with chiefs and in formal settings.
Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.
Nearby temples
Closest temples & distances
- Apia Samoa Temple — Operating (5 August 1983) · in or near Apia
- Apia Samoa Temple — Operating (5 August 1983) · in or near Apia
- Neiafu Tonga Temple — Under construction (11 September 2021) · about 364 mi (586 km) from Apia
The Church in Samoa
Members & congregations
- Church Membership
- 90,706
- Congregations
- 170 (162 Wards, 8 Branches)
- Number of Missions
- 1
- Operating Temples
- 1
Newsroom Facts & Statistics · updated Fri Mar 06 2026
Practical
Time zone, currency, calling code
- Time zone
- Pacific/Apia
- Currency
- WST
- Country code
- +685
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions as of 2026-10-08
- Organized
- 1 July 2026
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- Sit before speaking with people; don't stand over seated people.
- Sunday is strictly kept.
- Respect village rules and the matai (chiefs).
Foods: Oka (raw fish), Palusami, Taro, Panipopo
Common questions
Quick answers
How do I send a package to a missionary in the Samoa Apia East Mission?
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.
What language do missionaries speak in the Samoa Apia East Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in Samoan and English. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Samoa Apia East Mission?
Near Apia, the warmest month is usually March (average high about 86°F / 30°C) and the coolest is August (average low about 75°F / 24°C), with roughly 2,649 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are January. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
What temples are near the Samoa Apia East Mission?
Operating temples nearby include Apia Samoa Temple.
When was the Samoa Apia East Mission organized?
The mission was organized on 1 July 2026.
Other missions in Samoa
Other missions nearby
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources