Tonga Nukuʻalofa Mission
The Tonga Nukuʻalofa Mission is the only mission of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Tonga, centered on Nukuʻalofa. Below you’ll find the mission office address, tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Mission leadersSione I. and ‘Ana Latu Langi began serving around July 2025, according to the Church Newsroom.
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in Tongan and English; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the Nuku'alofa Tonga Temple, in the mission area.
- WeatherNear Nukuʻalofa, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 81°F / 27°C) and the coolest is August (average low about 72°F / 22°C), with roughly 1,875 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are February and March.
- The Church hereTonga has about 69,594 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
- Office address
- Loto Road, Liahona Tongatapu Tonga
- Phone
- +676 20-334
Source: Official Church area website official as of October 8, 2026
We haven’t verified the mission’s email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal.
Mission leaders
Who leads the mission
Sione I. and ‘Ana Latu Langi
Serving since July 2025 · new leaders expected July 2028
Source: Church Newsroom 2025 · 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: very-wet · about 1875 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Feb, Mar.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 81°F / 27°C | 78°F / 26°C | 239 mm |
| Feb | 81°F / 27°C | 79°F / 26°C | 273 mm |
| Mar | 81°F / 27°C | 78°F / 26°C | 297 mm |
| Apr | 80°F / 27°C | 78°F / 25°C | 144 mm |
| May | 78°F / 25°C | 75°F / 24°C | 145 mm |
| Jun | 76°F / 24°C | 74°F / 23°C | 98 mm |
| Jul | 74°F / 24°C | 72°F / 22°C | 80 mm |
| Aug | 74°F / 23°C | 72°F / 22°C | 99 mm |
| Sep | 74°F / 23°C | 72°F / 22°C | 83 mm |
| Oct | 76°F / 24°C | 73°F / 23°C | 137 mm |
| Nov | 78°F / 25°C | 75°F / 24°C | 113 mm |
| Dec | 80°F / 26°C | 77°F / 25°C | 192 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
Tongan, English
Tongan is phonetic; the glottal stop (fakau'a, written ') is a real consonant. "ng" is one sound. Show respect to elders and nobles; Sunday is strictly kept.
Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.
Nearby temples
Closest temples & distances
- Nuku'alofa Tonga Temple — Operating (9 August 1983) · in or near Nukuʻalofa
- Neiafu Tonga Temple — Under construction (11 September 2021) · about 190 mi (305 km) from Nukuʻalofa
The Church in Tonga
Members & congregations
- Official Languages
- Tongan (Tonga Islands)
- Church Membership
- 69,594
- Congregations
- 175 (141 Wards, 34 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/Tongatapu
- Currency
- TOP
- Country code
- +676
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- Sunday is legally a day of rest.
- Dress modestly; the ta'ovala (mat) is worn on formal occasions.
Foods: ʻOta ʻika (raw fish), Lu pulu, Root crops, Feasts (kai pola)
Family groups
Connect with other families
- Nuku’alofa Mission 1989-92 Pres. Isileli Kongaika Group
- Nuku’alofa Tonga Mission 2010-2013 Group
- Nuku’alofa Mission Presidents Kivalu, Banks Group
As listed by latterdaymissions.com (unofficial). Groups may be private, renamed, or inactive.
Common questions
Quick answers
Who is the mission president of the Tonga Nukuʻalofa Mission?
The mission leaders are Sione I. and ‘Ana Latu Langi, who began serving around July 2025, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2028.
What is the Tonga Nukuʻalofa Mission office address?
An unofficial directory lists the office at Loto Road, Liahona Tongatapu Tonga. Offices move, so confirm the current mailing address in your call packet or with the mission office before sending anything.
How do I send a package to a missionary in the Tonga Nukuʻalofa 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 Tonga Nukuʻalofa Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in Tongan and English. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Tonga Nukuʻalofa Mission?
Near Nukuʻalofa, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 81°F / 27°C) and the coolest is August (average low about 72°F / 22°C), with roughly 1,875 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are February and March. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
What temples are near the Tonga Nukuʻalofa Mission?
Operating temples nearby include Nuku'alofa Tonga Temple.
Other missions in Tonga
Other missions nearby
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources