Weather Update: Get Your Umbrellas Ready!
Issued from the National Weather Forecasting Centre Nadi
at 3:30pm on Monday, January 12, 2026
Hold on to your hats, because a HEAVY WARNING is officially in place for the entire Fiji Group. Yes, you heard it right! Please, if you haven’t already, check out the latest thrills and spills at: https://www.met.gov.fj/alerts/.
We also have a STRONG WIND ALERT swirling through the land areas of Yasawa, Mamanuca, Taveuni, and nearby small islands, as well as the Lau and Lomaiviti groups!
What’s happening? A delightful trough of low pressure has decided to drop by, bringing along clouds, showers, and the all-time favorite – rain!
Here’s what you can expect until the clock strikes midnight tomorrow: a generous helping of occasional rain, heavy at times (perfect for those dramatic moments), with a sprinkle of thunderstorms over most areas. If you thought that was it, think again! Occasional rain is sticking around for tomorrow too, making its presence known with the same old heavy and thunderous routine.
Persistent heavy falls might just lead to some flash flooding in low-lying spots, so keep your flotation devices handy! Expect moderate to fresh easterly winds, which will shift to a friendly north-easterly direction starting tomorrow. Oh, and don’t forget about the moderate to rough seas out there – perfect for those pirate reenactments.
The crystal ball predicts a windy Wednesday with north winds whipping through at speeds up to 45 km/hr, with some gusts making an appearance up to 55 km/hr over those adventurous areas like Yasawa, Mamanuca, Taveuni, and smaller islands along with Lau and Lomaiviti groups. Meanwhile, rain and thunderstorms will continue to crash the party!
Now for the area-specific shenanigans:
– Navua / Suva / Nausori: Don’t forget your umbrellas! Occasional rain that can get heavy, with a few thunderstorms expected today. Tomorrow, it’s more of the same. Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 24, Max: 29.
– Natadradave/Korovou: Same rain, same thunder. Expect occasional heavy rain today, and remember, tomorrow is more of the occasional rain repeat. Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 24, Max: 29.
– Sigatoka/Coral Coast: The rain party is happening here too! Occasional heavy rain today, and it’s going to keep going tomorrow. Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 24, Max: 29.
– Nadi / Lautoka / Ba: You bet there’s rain! Occasional showers, heavy at times, showing up today and tomorrow. Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 24, Max: 30.
– Tavua/Rakiraki: Rain, rain, and more rain! Prepare for occasional heavy showers today, plus tomorrow’s bit of rain as the theme continues. Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 24, Max: 29.
– For Yasawa/Mamanuca group: Same heavy rain routine today with thunderstorms joining in. Tomorrow’s mood is set to repeat the vibes. Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 24, Max: 29.
– Labasa: Buckle up for rain anytime, heavy at times, and don’t forget the thunderstorms today! Tomorrow, we’ll roll into the same occasional rain. Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 24, Max: 30.
– Savusavu: Rain is on the itinerary today, and it promises to continue tomorrow. Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 24, Max: 30.
– Nabouwalu: Rain, heavy at times, and a few pesky thunderstorms today. His raininess continues tomorrow too! Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 24, Max: 29.
– Taveuni: While it’s windy with gusts up to 55 km/hr, rain and thunderstorms are also making a mighty entrance. Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 24, Max: 29.
– Lau and Lomaiviti group: Those strong winds will also channel occasional heavy rain today and more of the same tomorrow! Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 24, Max: 29.
– Kadavu: Yes, even here you can expect occasional rain, heavy at times, and a couple of lightning surprises today. Tomorrow, the rain show continues! Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 24, Max: 29.
– Rotuma: Keep an eye out! Occasional showers and thunderstorms are in the mix today. Tomorrow looks identical! Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 25, Max: 30.
So, there you have it! Stock up on your cozy socks, raincoats, and remember, when in doubt, dance like no one’s watching – just watch out for puddles!
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