A strong wind warning has been issued for all waters around Fiji for the upcoming weekend. The Fiji Meteorological Services provided a stern reminder that rough seas are anticipated to increase. Sailors and fishermen are urged to take safety precautions and avoid venturing into rough waters.
Current weather conditions indicate an east to southeast wind flow across the Fiji group, accompanied by a trough of low pressure to the south. By midday today, east to southeast winds of 20 to 25 knots are expected, resulting in rough seas and moderate southern swells.
Occasional showers and isolated thunderstorms are anticipated in several areas, including:
– Serua-Namosi
– Navua-Suva-Nausori-Tailevu
– Naitasiri, Ra-Rakiraki
– Eastern Macuata
– Southern Bua
– Cakaudrove
– Kadavu
– Lau
– Lomaiviti groups
Other regions will likely experience cloudy periods, with showers and the chance of isolated thunderstorms, particularly in the afternoons and evenings. This weather pattern is expected to persist across all divisions and outer islands, with a likelihood of isolated thunderstorms on Saturday afternoon and evening.
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