Tala Fou
News & media releases
Media Release · 10 Nov 2026
SMS issues 2026–27 Wet Season and Cyclone Outlook
Samoa is expected to see between two and four tropical cyclones pass within 400 km this season, with above-normal rainfall likely for Upolu and Savai'i.
News · 28 Oct 2026
Six new automatic weather stations installed across Savai'i
Funded under the EU Intra-ACP ClimSA programme, the new stations deliver observations every 10 minutes to the SMS app and website.
Public Notice · 20 Oct 2026
Nationwide tsunami evacuation drill — 26 November
Villages along the southern coast of Upolu will take part in the annual drill. Sirens will be tested between 9:00 and 10:00am.
Community · 5 Oct 2026
Elders and scientists meet on traditional weather knowledge
A two-day fono in Lalomanu documented over forty traditional indicators to be integrated into seasonal climate bulletins.
Bulletin · 1 Oct 2026
October Drought Bulletin: Watch extended for Savai'i south
Three-month rainfall remains well below average for Satupa'itea and Palauli districts.
Event · 23 Mar 2026
World Meteorological Day celebrated at Mulinu'u
Students from 12 schools toured the forecasting office and launched a weather balloon.