Heavy Rain Alert and Thunderstorms Expected for Northern Fiji and Lau Group

Weather Update from the National Weather Forecasting Centre Nadi

Good morning, folks! It’s your favorite weather oracle here, bringing you the lowdown on the sky’s current mood as of 5:30 AM on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Grab your umbrellas because we’ve got a heavy rain party going on, particularly in the Northern Division and the Lau Group.

Here’s the scoop: An active trough of low pressure is hanging out over the northern and eastern parts of Fiji. Think of it as that one friend who won’t just leave the party (or your backyard) when it’s time to go home. This pesky trough is finally expected to move eastward, probably after making a scene later today. In the meantime, wind is blowing in from the southwest to northwest, keeping things interesting, to say the least.

So, what can you expect for the rest of today? Buckle up for occasional rain, which might become heavy at times (maybe it’s the trough’s way of showing off). We’ve also got a chance of some snappy thunderstorms over the Northern Division and Lau Group. Rain is predicted to ease up gradually later on, so don’t lose hope just yet!

For the rest of Fiji—places like Serua-Namosi, Sigatoka, Nadi, Lautoka, Ba, and Rakiraki—you can expect cloudy skies with a few showers to keep things dramatic. But don’t worry too much, because the afternoon or evening might bring a bit of sunshine (or just a different kind of cloud).

For our friends in Navua, Suva, and Nausori, it’s all about the part-time clouds and the occasional showers. Isolated heavy falls could lead to some unexpected puddles—perfect for splashing around if you’ve got the right shoes!

And here’s the outlook for Wednesday: More clouds and showers ahead, with a bit of a break for some finer weather in certain areas. Just be ready for those surprise afternoon deluges!

For those in Labasa and Savusavu, you’ll be tapping your feet to the rhythm of occasional rain and the occasional thunderclap. As always, stay alert because localised heavy rains might sneak up on you like a cat that wants to knock your coffee off the table.

In short, we’re in for a show—so keep your raincoat handy, your wellies ready, and your sense of humor intact. The forecast may be wet, but remember: rain is just the clouds throwing a little surprise party!

Stay dry and keep smiling!