Get ready to batten down the hatches, folks! Our very own weather wizards at the National Weather Forecasting Centre have issued a heavy rain warning for the Western Division, Yasawa and Mamanuca groups, Kadavu, and their little island buddies, too. If you were planning on enjoying a sunny escape, you might need to swap that towel for an umbrella!
In the land of Macuata and Northern Bua, you’re under a heavy rain alert. You know what that means? Get your ducks in a row because they might just float away!
Hold onto your hats; it’s not just the rain that’s picking up steam! A strong wind warning is blowing across roughly the same areas—those in Yasawa, Mamanuca, Kadavu, and pretty much the windier spots in Lau and Lomaiviti. Expect those winds to make you feel like you’ve walked into a hurricane party.
But wait, there’s more! A Category 2 Tropical Cyclone named URMIL is swirling over Vanuatu and making its way toward us. It’s like that unexpected guest who crashes the party and brings along all their wild friends. The weather is about to get lively!
Forecast for the Western Division (including Yasawa and Mamanuca), Kadavu, and nearby small islands: You can expect occasional showers and the possibility of heavy downpours. Don’t be surprised if a few thunderstorms join the fun later today. Those winds? They’ll start off moderate but quickly turn into strong gusts, yelling at you from 45 km/h and reaching up to 75 km/h—just in case you were thinking of a nice relaxing stroll by the beach.
In Macuata and Bua, think of a rain-soaked love story brewing with isolated thunderstorms adding some drama. You might want to keep an eye on those low-lying areas—the conditions could lead to a few unexpected flash floods.
For the rest of Fiji, expect showers here and there, and maybe a dramatic thunderstorm or two for good measure. The winds will be fresh and gusty just like your aunt’s hair on a windy day.
Now, looking ahead to Monday—prepare for even more rain, heavy at times. The wind won’t be taking a day off either, so whatever you do, keep those hats firmly attached!
In Navua / Suva / Nausori, an occasional shower might flirt with you, dropping off heavy falls and thunderstorms. For everyone else, expect similar antics: showers, heavy falls, maybe a couple of flare-up debates with your weather apps.
Your temperature forecast is bringing out the heat, with highs of 30°C today and an inviting 25°C for tomorrow’s night-time chills.
So grab your favorite pair of gumboots, install those travesty raincoats, and channel your inner weather warrior because it’s going to be one heck of a ride!
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