Weather Update
Issued from the National Weather Forecasting Centre Nadi at 3:30pm on Saturday, January 31, 2026
Buckle up, folks! A severe thunderstorm warning is still in effect for Macuata, northern Bua, and the interior and northeastern parts of Viti Levu (that’s the Nadi-Lautoka-Ba route, through Rakiraki to Korovou, for those who love their landmarks).
Situation: A fine southeast breeze is wafting through the Fiji group, perfect for flying kites—or dodging downpours. A trough of low pressure is expected to throw a mini tantrum to the north on Monday.
Forecast until midnight tomorrow for the Fiji group: Expect cloudy skies peppered with showers over Serua-Namosi, Navua-Suva-Nausori, Naitasiri-Tailevu North, Ra-Rakiraki, Cakaudrove, southern Bua province, Taveuni, and those cozy nearby islands. For Kadavu and its neighbors, clouds will hang around along with brief showers—just enough to remind you to keep the umbrella handy. The fine folks in Lau and Lomaiviti will see some cloudy periods with slightly dampened spirits from those pesky brief showers.
Elsewhere, it’s mostly nice, except for the occasional afternoon or evening shower—definitely a “choose your adventure” kind of day. And yes, isolated thunderstorms are making their rounds, especially in the interior and the eastern and northern parts of Viti Levu and Vanua Levu. Heavy rainfall could lead to flash flooding, so keep an eye on your favorite low-lying spots!
Expect moderate southeast winds and seas—perfect for a leisurely splash.
Outlook for Monday: The forecast stays similar with cloudy patches and brief showers in all your scenic spots. That means it’s another chance for localized heavy falls to flash-flood those infamous spots. Winds will shake things up a bit, starting from the south and shifting to the northwest by the end of the day. Sea conditions will remain moderate—no need for life jackets just yet!
Now, let’s break it down region-by-region:
For Navua / Suva / Nausori: Cloudy days with showers on the way, and isolated thunderstorms might crash the party. Tomorrow’s temperatures: Min: 24, Max: 32.
For Natadradave/Korovou: Expect some clouds and showers, with the potential for dramatic thunderstorms. Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 24, Max: 32.
For Sigatoka/Coral Coast: Enjoy the fine weather today, but keep an eye out for showers and potential thunder later on. Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 24, Max: 31.
For Nadi / Lautoka / Ba: Fine overall, unless those sneaky afternoon showers surprise you. Tomorrow’s temperatures: Min: 24, Max: 33.
For Tavua/Rakiraki: It’s looking bright and cheery, except for those pesky afternoon showers and some loud thunder. Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 25, Max: 33.
For Yasawa/Mamanuca group: Lovely weather expected, with a side of afternoon showers. Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 25, Max: 33.
For Labasa: Fine conditions, just watch out for afternoon showers and the possibility of thrill-seeking thunderstorms. Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 24, Max: 34.
For Savusavu: Cloud cover with some showers, plus the likelihood of thunder for added drama. Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 25, Max: 32.
For Nabouwalu: Mild and cloudy with occasional showers. Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 24, Max: 31.
For Taveuni: Keep the clouds close—showers are coming. Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 24, Max: 33.
For Lau and Lomaiviti group: Just your friendly neighborhood clouds with brief showers. Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 24, Max: 32.
For Kadavu: A repeat of yesterday’s weather with brief showers in the mix. Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 24, Max: 32.
For Rotuma: The low-pressure system is quite the attention-seeker here. Cloudy skies with some showers today. Get ready for occasional rain and thunder starting tomorrow! Tomorrow’s forecast: Min: 25, Max: 30.
So there you have it, folks! Keep those raincoats and flip-flops handy, because in Fiji, Mother Nature loves to keep us on our toes!
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