The capital is Nuku'alofa. Usually mild and warm, although nights can be cool. December to March is the wet season. It is illegal for anyone to appear in public without a shirt. Brief shorts bathing suits and bikinis are fine at the beach or poolside but frowned upon if worn in public.
Casual attire is recommended for most occasions.
Banks are open Monday to Friday 9.30am to 3.30pm and on Saturday morning until noon. Shops are open from 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday and until noon on Saturdays. Great and there are some tremendous restaurants here. A taste of Tongan traditional cuisine is available during hotel smorgasbords or feast nights. The Tongan National Centre has feasts on Tuesdays and Thurdays and should be put in the 'must-do' category of any visit.