Weather Update
Our friendly neighborhood National Weather Forecasting Centre in Nadi has just rolled out the latest scoop at the crack of dawn—6:28am to be precise—on this adventurous Wednesday, the 28th of January, 2026. Let’s dive into what Mother Nature has in store for the Fiji Group today, and it looks like she’s got a bit of drama up her sleeves!
Hold on to your umbrellas, folks! A HEAVY RAIN ALERT is buzzing louder than a caffeine-crazed bee, and there’s a STRONG WIND WARNING flapping around over the Yasawa and Mamanuca groups, Northern Vanua Levu, Western and Northern Viti Levu, Kadavu, and nearby islands. Sounds like it’s going to get quite gusty—maybe time to secure those hats!
Today’s situation report reveals that Tropical Disturbance TD07F is waltzing its way south-southeast between Vanuatu and Fiji, bringing along some hefty rain and winds that might just decide to throw a surprise party for us later today. On the bright side, we’ve got an easterly wind flow offering a cool breeze, but don’t get too comfortable; the winds will switch to northerly as the day progresses.
Here’s what to expect before the clock strikes midnight:
– Moderate to fresh east to northeast winds, with a twist of excitement as we might see northwest winds reaching up to 55km/hr, and gusts that could go wild at 85km/hr. Hold your hats because it’ll be breezy in Yasawa, Mamanuca, coastal areas, and the scenic interiors of Nadroga, Nadi, Ba, and Ra.
– Seas? Well, expect moderate to rough conditions that may turn into a full-fledged sea shindig later today.
– Overcast skies with generous showers could spoil your lunchtime picnic in Navua, Suva, Nausori, and various other magical spots across the islands.
– Rain and thunderstorms, the ultimate duo, will also be swinging by from the west later today, so don’t forget your popcorn for this meteorological spectacle!
Looking ahead to Thursday, don’t put away those raincoats just yet. Occasional heavy rain and thunderstorms will crash the party, with localised heavy falls possibly leading to flash flooding in low-lying areas.
Let’s break down the forecasts for various locations where you might be plotting your day:
– **Navua / Suva / Nausori**: Expect some cloud cover and showers, with rain and storms creeping in later. Min: 22, Max: 32.
– **Natadradave/Korovou**: It’s also a cloudy affair with showers and thunder in the mix. Min: 22, Max: 32.
– **Sigatoka/Coral Coast**: Brief showers could pop up to keep things interesting, before rain and thunder make their grand entrance. Min: 23, Max: 32.
– **For Nadi / Lautoka / Ba**: Lovely fine weather for now but don’t get too comfy—rain will follow later along with gusty winds. Min: 23, Max: 32.
– **For Tavua/Rakiraki**: A few afternoon showers with thunderclouds potentially rolling in later. Min: 23, Max: 33.
– **Yasawa/Mamanuca group**: Cloudy with a chance of thunder later. Min: 23, Max: 32.
– **Labasa**: Whoop! More showers and thunder. Min: 23, Max: 33.
– **Savusavu**: Prepare for showers and later, thunderstorms. Min: 23, Max: 33.
– **For Rotuma**: A strong wind warning is in place, coupled with possible storms. Min: 24, Max: 28.
So there you have it, folks! Keep your umbrellas handy, secure your belongings, and brace yourself—it’s going to be a wild, wet ride over the next few days!
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