Weather Update
Brought to you by the ever-enthusiastic National Weather Forecasting Centre Nadi
at a bright and breezy 5:30 AM on this fine Friday, 17th of October 2025.
Situation: It appears we have a low-pressure trough playing tag over our northern islands, deciding to drift south and sprinkle some thrills over our lovely Fijian group later today. Meanwhile, the southeast winds are feeling quite cozy, settling into a nice flow over the country.
Forecast for tonight across the Fiji group: Expect a light show of some showers and the occasional rumble of thunder, especially in the Northern Division, Taveuni, and its tiny companions—Cikobia & Qelelevu. Don’t be surprised if those showers become more frequent as the day goes on.
In the interior and eastern parts of Viti Levu (think Serua-Namosi through to Suva and Nausori right up to Tailevu North), as well as Kadavu and nearby islands, expect the clouds to gather for a party with showers and a thunderstorm or two crashing the festivities from later today. On the upside, the rest of you can enjoy mostly fine weather, with only the occasional rain dance in the afternoon or evening.
Southeast winds will be moderate, freshening up at times, so don’t let them blow your hat away! The sea is moderate too—considered just choppy enough to keep your seafaring friends on their toes.
Outlook for Saturday: We’ll keep this weather rollercoaster going with occasional showers and the possibility of isolated heavy downpours and thunderstorms especially about the Interior and eastern parts of Viti Levu, among others. It seems afternoon or evening showers and thunderstorms will also be the theme for day two.
Now, specifics for our beloved locations:
– **Navua / Suva / Nausori**: Cloudy with some showers. Expect them to ramp up later with a sprinkling of possible heavy falls and a thunderstorm lurking about. Min: 22, Max: 29.
– **Nadi / Lautoka / Ba**: Lucky you! It’s mostly fine, with just a chance of some afternoon or evening showers and maybe a thunderstorm looking to make an appearance. Min: 22, Max: 32.
– **Sigatoka/Coral Coast**: Enjoy mostly fine weather, just be ready for the little uninvited guests in the form of isolated showers and thunderstorms later. Min: 22, Max: 30.
– **Tavua/Rakiraki**: Same story here—mostly fine but keep an eye out for the cheeky afternoon or evening showers and thunder. Min: 22, Max: 31.
– **Natadradave/Korovou**: Cloudy spells and some showers will be the vibe, with possible heavy falls in the mix from later today. A thunderstorm may also decide to join the fun. Min: 22, Max: 29.
– **Yasawa/Mamanuca group**: Enjoy the fine weather, but be on lookout for those surprise afternoon or evening showers and thunderstorms! Min: 22, Max: 30.
– **Labasa**: A sprinkle of showers with possible thunderstorms making an entrance later in the day. Min: 22, Max: 32.
– **Savusavu**: Showers and thunderstorms are eager to crash in, so prepare for a wet surprise! Min: 22, Max: 29.
– **Nabouwalu**: Expect similar conditions with showers arriving to shake things up. Min: 22, Max: 30.
– **Taveuni**: Showers popping up with a few thunderstorms trying to steal the spotlight later today. Min: 22, Max: 29.
– **Lau and Lomaiviti Group**: Clouds will spoil the sunshine party now and again—brace yourself for the showers that might just be heavy and thunderous. Min: 22, Max: 29.
– **Kadavu**: More clouds, more showers, and potential thunderheads on the horizon. Min: 22, Max: 29.
– **Rotuma**: A low-pressure trough is showering some love (or rain) on Rotuma. Occasional heavy rains and thunderstorms will be the star of the show. Min: 24, Max: 30.
So there you have it—another day in paradise shaped by showers and sunshine! Stay dry, enjoy that occasional thunder, and let’s hope the weather doesn’t pull too many tricks on us this weekend!
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