Cyclone Tracker Samoa
The Storm Tracks layer shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks.
RainViewer shows storm tracks on one map for Samoa and the South Pacific Ocean.
The Storm Tracks layer shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks.
Current cyclones near Samoa
Samoa is an island country in the South Pacific Ocean, northeast of Fiji, with the main islands of Upolu and Savai'i. This list names each active tropical storm or cyclone near Samoa, with its category and status. Each storm links to its own tracker page.
No active tropical storm or cyclone is listed near Samoa.
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How RainViewer shows storms
The Fiji Meteorological Service publishes the official forecasts for the basin that includes Samoa. The Storm Tracks layer on the RainViewer map shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks. RainViewer does not replace official warnings.
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When is cyclone season in Samoa?
Cyclone season in Samoa runs from November 1 to April 30, according to the Fiji Meteorological Service.
A cyclone starts as a cluster of thunderstorms over warm ocean water. Warm, moist air rises from the sea surface. The air pressure near the surface drops, and more air flows in. The rotation of the Earth makes this air spin, clockwise in the Southern Hemisphere. Weak winds high in the atmosphere let the system organize. A system with a closed circulation is called a tropical depression. It becomes a tropical storm when its winds strengthen, and the Fiji Meteorological Service gives it a name. It becomes a cyclone when its winds reach cyclone strength.
Sea temperatures around Samoa are highest in the southern summer. This is the time of the most storm activity. Cyclones often form over the warm water of the South Pacific Ocean, north and northeast of Fiji and Vanuatu. Cyclones usually reach Samoa from the north or northwest, across the South Pacific Ocean. Apia, the capital, lies on the north coast of Upolu.
Storms in nearby regions
Looking for storms near Samoa? See the cyclone trackers for American Samoa, Tonga, Fiji, or open the tracker for all regions.
Cyclone Strength, From Depression To Super Cyclone
Depression (31–49 km/h)
A low-pressure area with organized rain. No name yet.
Deep Depression (50–61 km/h)
Heavy rain over a wide area, rough seas.
Cyclonic Storm (62–88 km/h)
The storm gets a name. Downed branches, flooding in low areas.
Severe Cyclonic Storm (89–117 km/h)
Damage to thatched roofs and power lines, coastal flooding.
Very Severe Cyclonic Storm (118–166 km/h)
Roof damage to buildings, uprooted trees, storm surge on exposed coasts.
Extremely Severe Cyclonic Storm (167–221 km/h)
Serious structural damage, communication and power lines down over a wide area.
Super Cyclonic Storm (222 km/h or higher)
Widespread destruction and major storm surge along the coast.
FAQ
Where can I see current cyclones near Samoa?
The cyclone tracker map on this RainViewer page shows current storm tracks near Samoa, and the list under the map names each active storm near Samoa. When no storm is active, the list says so and links to storms in other regions. Past storms near Samoa are listed further down the page.
When is cyclone season in Samoa, and which months are busiest?
Cyclone season in Samoa runs from November 1 to April 30, according to the Fiji Meteorological Service, the regional warning centre for the South Pacific. The list at the top of this page shows which storms are active now. Cyclones usually reach Samoa from the north or northwest, across the South Pacific Ocean. Apia, the capital, lies on the north coast of Upolu.
Which official source issues cyclone warnings for Samoa?
The Fiji Meteorological Service publishes the official forecasts and advisories for every active storm in the South Pacific basin, including storms near Samoa, and national weather services issue the local warnings. RainViewer shows storm tracks on a map and does not replace official warnings. The Fiji Meteorological Service is the source for official basin forecasts.
What does the forecast cone show on the Samoa map?
The forecast cone on the RainViewer map shows the probable track of the center of a storm during the forecast period. The cone does not show how far wind, rain, or storm surge reach from the center, so areas outside the cone can still have storm effects. The cone is part of the Storm Tracks layer, together with the current position, the past path, and the forecast path.
Where can I see rain radar for Samoa?
RainViewer shows rain radar for Samoa, and the Samoa weather radar page lists radar coverage and links to city radar pages. RainViewer updates radar every 5 minutes. Radar shows rain inside a storm. The Storm Tracks layer shows where the storm is moving.
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