Weather Update
Issued by the National Weather Forecasting Centre Nadi
at 5:30 AM on February 20, 2026
Good morning, weather enthusiasts! It seems the winds of change are above us, as a southeasterly breeze is currently doing a little cha-cha across the islands. Meanwhile, a lazy trough of low pressure is lounging about to the south and is expected to stir up some mischief in the southern and eastern parts of Fiji later today.
Here’s what to expect for the rest of today until midnight: Grab your umbrellas, folks! The Coral Coast to Korolevu region, Serua-Namosi, Navua-Suva-Nausori, Tailevu-Naitasiri-Ra-Rakiraki, Kadavu, and many islands are in for some cloudy spells and scattered showers. It sounds like a recipe for a great indoor movie marathon! The rest of you might experience some sunshine, although the chance for a cheeky afternoon or evening shower is still on the table.
Isolated thunderstorms could come out to play later, so keep an eye on the sky – and maybe reconsider that outdoor picnic idea. Expect moderate southeasterly winds along with seas that are feeling quite average.
Now, looking ahead to Saturday, we have more of the eternal cloud and shower combo, mainly over Kadavu and southern Lau, with a few sneaky showers popping up elsewhere. But don’t worry, you’ll likely be greeted by fine weather, apart from those occasional raindrops trying to crash your outdoor plans. And yes, expect some isolated thunderstorms in the mix.
Let’s break it down by location:
For Navua/Suva/Nausori: Cloudy skies with showers, and those isolated afternoon thunderstorms will bring a splash of excitement! Temperatures will be cozy, Min: 25, Max: 30. For Saturday: Cloudier with brief showers, Min: 25, Max: 31.
In Natadradave/Korovou, it’ll be cloudy with some showers. Expect those rambunctious thunderstorms to make an appearance too! Min: 25, Max: 30. Saturday’s forecast is looking fine, apart from a few pesky showers. Min: 24, Max: 33.
Sigatoka/Coral Coast: You guessed it, cloudy and with showers. Keep an eye out for those thunderstorms! Min: 25, Max: 33. Saturday: Expect fine weather, albeit with afternoon showers. Min: 25, Max: 33.
For Nadi/Lautoka/Ba, you’re the lucky ones with mostly fine weather, except for a stray shower here and there. Min: 25, Max: 33. The same goes for Saturday.
Tavua/Rakiraki: Bring on those clouds and showers, with thunderstorms trying to steal the spotlight! Min: 25, Max: 30. Saturday’s vibe: pretty much the same, but cooler. Min: 24, Max: 33.
For Yasawa/Mamanuca: A dash of sunshine with the occasional shower trying to join the fun! Min: 25, Max: 33. And for Saturday: Same cheerful weather, Min: 24, Max: 33.
Labasa: Here’s to fine weather, with a chance of random showers. Min: 25, Max: 33. Saturday stays on theme with those isolated showers.
Savusavu: Expect clouds and showers, with thunderstorms ready to rumble. Min: 25, Max: 30. Saturday looks slightly drearier but not too bad! Min: 25, Max: 31.
Nabouwalu, Taveuni, Lau, and Lomaiviti: Pretty much a repeat episode of cloudiness and rainfall, with thunderstorms wanting some screen time. Min: 25, Max: 30.
Kadavu: The rainclouds are sticking around, with scattered showers likely. Min: 25, Max: 30. Saturday is not going to sway too far from that forecast!
Last but not least, Rotuma: The easterly winds are saying “hello” with a sprinkle of sunshine, and chances of brief showers are on the horizon. Min: 25, Max: 33. Saturday will bring a mix of clouds and brief showers.
So, gear up for a day of surprises but don’t forget your umbrella – you never know when the whims of nature will decide to rain on your parade!
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