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About Atafu

Atafu, Tokelau 🏝️ is a remote Pacific atoll with stunning lagoon views and a very slow-paced island life. It’s peaceful and inspiring for a digital detox, but **not ideal for digital nomads**: connectivity, infrastructure, accommodation, and work-friendly amenities are extremely limited. Best for short stays, nature, and a true off-grid experience. 🌊💻

Through the year

Best in September (56) · now 55
0° 10° 20° 30° Jan: 197 mm Feb: 253 mm Mar: 153 mm Apr: 226 mm May: 191 mm Jun: 165 mm Jul: 118 mm Aug: 133 mm Sep: 158 mm Oct: 130 mm Nov: 157 mm Dec: 268 mm Jan: 29°C / 27°C Feb: 29°C / 27°C Mar: 29°C / 27°C Apr: 29°C / 27°C May: 29°C / 27°C Jun: 29°C / 27°C Jul: 29°C / 27°C Aug: 29°C / 27°C Sep: 28°C / 26°C Oct: 29°C / 27°C Nov: 29°C / 27°C Dec: 29°C / 27°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 2.0
Internet Speed 2.0
Digital Nomad Popularity 0.2
Safety 9.4
Weather 5.7
Accommodation Cost 1.5
Nomad Friendly 0.9
Female Friendly 7.7
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Quick costs

Quick costs in Atafu
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $319.56 per month
Coworking Space $116.21 per month
Coffee $2.32 per cup
Beer $2.03 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $6.97 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $23.24 per month
Mobile Plan $14.53 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $69.72 per month

Other cities in Tokelau

Other cities in Tokelau
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Fakaofo $825 3.3 Compare
2 Nukunonu $1,354 3.1 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Nukunonu TK Tokelau $1,354 3.1 Compare
2 Fakaofo TK Tokelau $825 3.3 Compare
3 Salelologa WS Samoa $1,453 4.7 Compare
4 Mulifanua WS Samoa $2,111 4.7 Compare

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