Weather Update
Brought to you all the way from the National Weather Forecasting Centre, Nadi
on Tuesday night, March 18th, 2025
Here’s the scoop: A stubborn trough of low pressure has decided to camp out over the southern parts of the nation, bringing along its cloud and shower buddies for the next few days. It’s like they’ve formed a neighborhood watch—thanks but no thanks!
Now, here’s the forecast for the Fiji group until midnight tomorrow:
Expect occasional showers and the delightful thrill of isolated thunderstorms over the Lau and Lomaiviti groups, Kadavu, and those charming nearby smaller islands.
If you’re on the eastern side of Viti Levu (yes, Navua-Suva-Nausori, Tailevu, Naitasiri, and Ra, that includes you) or down in Cakaudrove and southern Bua, prepare for cloudy spells, along with some intermittent showers.
Everywhere else? Well, you’ll be basking in fine weather, apart from a splash of afternoon or evening showers here and there.
Now, if you’re in Viti Levu or Vanua Levu, brace yourself for some thunderous afternoon excitement with heavy downpours! These localized heavy showers might just decide to throw a little party and cause flash flooding in low-lying and flood-prone areas.
As for the wind, it seems moderately easterly today—just enough to give you a gentle nudge. And if you’re contemplating a swim, the seas are currently moderate, so don’t forget your floaties!
Now, let’s take a peek at what Thursday has in store: More of the same! Occasional rain and a few thunderstorms are on the guest list, specifically over Lau, Lomaiviti, the eastern half of Viti Levu (that’s right, Serua-Namosi, Navua-Suva-Nausori, Tailevu, Naitasiri, and Ra—you’re back in the spotlight!), Kadavu, Cakaudrove, and southern Bua. The rest of us can look forward to cloudy periods with showers and a dash of thunderstorms, particularly in the afternoon.
For the specific areas:
– **Navua / Suva / Nausori**: Prepare for cloudy conditions with some showers, and don’t forget your umbrella for the anticipated afternoon thunderstorms.
– **Nadi / Lautoka / Ba**: Enjoy the fine weather, but keep an eye out for those sneaky afternoon or evening showers and thunderstorms.
– **Sigatoka / Coral Coast**: It’s looking good for now, but those afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms might crash your beach outing.
– **Tavua / Rakiraki**: It’s fine in your neck of the woods, aside from a couple of isolated afternoon or evening showers and electrifying thunderstorms.
– **Yasawa / Mamanuca**: You too can enjoy the fine weather, with just a few hit-and-run afternoon or evening showers and thunderstorms.
– **Labasa**: You’ll have a lovely fine day, but do keep your umbrella handy for those afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms.
– **Savusavu**: Get ready for cloudy periods with some showers. The afternoon thunderstorms will bring heavy falls—grab a raincoat!
– **Lau / Lomaiviti and Kadavu**: Expect occasional showers and the chance of some stormy antics.
– **Rotuma**: With an easterly breeze hanging around, you can expect fine weather with brief showers. Moderate to fresh easterly winds will make the seas slightly more rough—perfect for a bit of adrenaline!
So, folks, whether seeking sun or dodging raindrops, it’s bound to be an interesting few days ahead. Stay dry, or get wet—your choice!
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