Weather Update
Welcome to your not-so-ordinary weather forecast, brought to you from the National Weather Forecasting Centre. Buckle up as we dive into the splashy details on Saturday night, January 17th, 2026—where the umbrella might be your best friend!
Hold onto your hats (and your raincoats)! A heavy rain alert is still on for the eastern and northern parts of our beloved Fiji islands. Yes, that means your evening plans might get a little soggy.
Let’s break it down for the night ahead: The northern and eastern regions will be experiencing an aquatic extravaganza with occasional rain and a few dramatic thunderstorms over Vanua Levu, Yasawa, Taveuni, and their smaller, less famous companions. Rain is expected to ease to mere showers by tomorrow, like a diva cooling down after a big performance.
As for Sigatoka to Rakiraki and all the great spots in between? Think occasional showers, with the interior and highlands ensuring no one is left dry. Excessive rainfall might bring unwanted splash zones, so keep those flood-prone areas in mind—nobody wants to navigate a mini river!
We’re also expecting some moderate to fresh northerly winds to be whipping through, making it an exciting day for those who enjoy a little breeziness. And don’t forget, if you’re planning to surf tomorrow, just be aware of moderate to rough seas!
Looking ahead to Monday: The forecast is a bit of a mixed bag. You might see cloudy spells with showers over the usual suspects: Sigatoka, Nadi, Lautoka, and maybe even the interior areas. And just like the previous program, expect some afternoon or evening thunderous applause in the form of heavy rainfall. Localized heavy showers could reignite flash flood warnings, because why not?
Now, let’s check in on some specific spots:
– Navua/Suva/Nausori: Fine weather (for now!). But hold the confetti—the afternoon and evening storms might crash the party with heavy showers. Enjoy a snug Min: 24, Max: 31.
– Natadradave/Korovou: Similar treatment, with a sprinkle of thunder to add drama. Current Min: 24, Max: 29.
– Sigatoka/Coral Coast: Occasional showers stealing the spotlight. Min: 23, Max: 30.
– Nadi/Lautoka/Ba: Get ready for those occasional showers. You guessed it, Min: 23, Max: 30.
– Yasawa/Mamanuca group: Rainy days are here again, as occasional heavy showers bounce around. Min: 24, Max: 30.
– Savusavu: Dosage of rain, heavy at times, followed by a magical easing to showers. Min: 24, Max: 29.
And for the adventurous souls traveling to Rotuma—don’t fret, unless you forgot your umbrella! It’s going to be a watery ride with moderate seas. Min: 25, Max: 29.
So, there you have it! Grab your favorite umbrella, channel your inner fisherman (or mermaid), keep those weather apps updated, and remember—this is Fiji; even with rain, the beauty remains!
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