Weather Update
Issued from the National Weather Forecasting Centre Nadi
at 5:30 AM on Saturday, November 8, 2025
Attention all weather enthusiasts and umbrella aficionados! A HEAVY RAIN ALERT is putting on a show for the eastern half of Viti Levu today – that’s from Serua-Namosi, through Navua, Suva, Nausori, all the way to Tailevu, Naitasiri, and Ra. Not to forget Yasawa, the Northern Division, Lau and Lomaiviti groups, Kadavu, and their charming little island buddies.
As we dive into our weather situation, a lazy trough of low pressure, lounging around with its cloud companions, is showering its presence across the eastern and northern parts of our beloved Fiji. Meanwhile, an easterly wind is charmingly breezing through.
Forecasting our fun until midnight tonight: Expect intermittent rain, with bursts of heavy showers and the occasional thunderstorm, especially in those popular areas. If you’re elsewhere, don’t get too comfy – you might still be treated to random evening showers and thunderstorms too. Rustling umbrellas and flash flooding may become a concern in low-lying and flood-prone areas, so keep your floaties handy!
The easterly winds will be on the moderate side, so don’t plan any kite-flying adventures just yet! Seas will remain moderate too, which means your boat might not flip over, but it may still feel like a bumpy ride.
Looking ahead to Sunday: more of the same, with occasional downpours and thunderstorms zipping around the Northern Division, Lau, Lomaiviti groups, etc. Isolated heavy falls could crash the party in other regions too. So whether you’re in Navua, Suva, or good ol’ Tailevu, stay alert!
Here are the specifics for different locations:
– **Navua / Suva / Nausori:** Rain established on the guest list today, some heavy and featuring a few thunderous performances. Temperature decorum: Min: 23°C, Max: 29°C.
– **Outlook for Sunday:** Same rain, same thunder, slightly cooler with Min: 22°C, Max: 28°C.
– **Sigatoka / Coral Coast:** Fine weather prevailing but don’t forget a backup umbrella for those random afternoon showers or evening thunderstorms. Min: 22°C, Max: 30°C.
– **Outlook for Sunday:** Prepare for another showing of occasional showers and that ever-so-delightful thunder – Min: 22°C, Max: 30°C.
– **Nadi / Lautoka / Ba:** Weather’s fine, aside from those surprise afternoon rain drama and a thunderstorm encore. Min: 22°C, Max: 31°C.
– **Outlook for Sunday:** Brace for more of the same – occasional showers and thunderstorms make a comeback. Min: 22°C, Max: 32°C.
– **Tavua / Rakiraki:** Expect rain with a chance of thunder – let’s just say it’s not about to win a ‘Rainiest Place’ award today. Min: 23°C, Max: 31°C.
– **Outlook for Sunday:** Frequent showers and the possibility of storms will join the fun again – Min: 22°C, Max: 31°C.
– **Yasawa / Mamanuca group:** Brace for occasional rain with some thunder- it’s like a musical interlude in the weather! Min: 24°C, Max: 30°C.
– **Outlook for Sunday:** Prepare for a repeat show of occasional showers and thunder – Min: 23°C, Max: 30°C.
– **Labasa:** The rain is pretty determined, with no plans of backing down. It’s got heavy and thunderstorm agendas for today. Min: 23°C, Max: 31°C.
– **Outlook for Sunday:** Rain and thunder are still on the guest list – Min: 23°C, Max: 30°C.
– **Savusavu:** You guessed it! Rain with some heavy guest appearances and the thunder mayhaps – Min: 23°C, Max: 28°C.
– **Outlook for Sunday:** Got rain? Yes, and a touch of thunder – Min: 22°C, Max: 28°C.
– **For Rotuma:** A weak trough’s paying a visit – expect cloudy spells, some showers, and a sprinkle of thunder. So the sun might need to change its plans a bit. Min: 25°C, Max: 31°C.
– **Outlook for Sunday:** It’s cloudy periods and showers again – Min: 25°C, Max: 31°C.
Remember, keep your rain coats handy and don’t let a little rain dampen your spirit!
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