Weather Update: The Great Fiji Forecast
Issued from the National Weather Forecasting Centre Nadi, at 3:30 PM on Saturday, March 29, 2025.
Let’s talk about the weather, shall we? It seems we’ve got a showdown between a couple of low-pressure troughs – one taking its sweet time in the south and the other lounging around in the northern parts. It’s like a lazy Sunday for the weather systems, bringing along some clouds and showers to keep us entertained! You can expect this cloudy party to continue for the next few days, with plenty of uninvited rain guests crashing the festivities.
Forecasting until midnight tomorrow for the Fiji group: Expect occasional showers popping in and a few thunderstorms wanting to join the mix, with some areas getting a bit more rain than they bargained for. Severe thunderstorms could strut their stuff in the afternoon or evening, especially over Viti Levu and Vanua Levu, leading to some very intense downpours—don’t forget your umbrella-brella-brella! Flash flooding is a possibility for those living in low-lying spots, so keep your boots handy!
Winds will be moderately blowing from the north to southeast, and the seas are moderately stirred as well.
Looking ahead to Monday: Expect cloudy periods with showers flirting around the southern and eastern nuggets of Viti Levu, stretching from Sigatoka through Navua right up to Tailevu north, including the interior of Tailevu, Naitasiri, and Ra. The Lau and Lomaiviti groups, Kadavu, and the smaller nearby islands will also join in on the cloudy party. Afternoon or evening showers could be accompanied by thunderstorms in other locations as well. Winds will be a moderate mix from southeast to southwest, with seas still keeping that moderate vibe.
Now, let’s break it down for each region so you can plan your day of dodging droplets:
For Navua / Suva / Nausori: Expect a sprinkle of occasional showers and thunderstorms, perfect for keeping your raincoat in style! Severe thunderstorms might have a surprise party later with some heavy rainfall. Monday’s forecast gives a cloudy vibe with some showers.
For Nadi / Lautoka / Ba: Generally fine, but don’t pack away your umbrella just yet; afternoon or evening showers and thunderstorms are on the agenda. Expect a touch of cloudy periods too, sprinkling in some showers tomorrow. Monday calls for fine weather with a few afternoon or evening showers and thunder.
For Sigatoka/Coral Coast: Occasional showers and thunderstorms will pop in for a visit. Cloudy periods will be making a guest appearance on Monday with some showers, so keep your shorts handy but also your rain gear!
For Tavua/Rakiraki: Expect fine conditions but with some afternoon or evening thunderstorms that might bring along heavy rainfall. Cloudy periods with showers are on tomorrow’s agenda. Monday looks fine but be prepared for those same afternoon/evening showers and thunder.
For Yasawa/Mamanuca group: Fairly sunny overall, with occasional afternoon or evening showers and thunderstorms looking to crash the beach party. Monday sticks to the cloudy theme with some showers.
For Labasa: Generally fine with isolated afternoon or evening showers and thunderstorms that want to steal the show. Monday will keep that fine outlook with similar strategies.
For Savusavu: Occasional showers and thunderstorms around, with the afternoon or evening severe thunderstorms likely bringing a heavy shower encore. Monday keeps it cloudy with some showers.
For Lau/ Lomaiviti: A mix of occasional showers and thunderstorms is expected—nothing too surprising. Look for cloudy periods and showers on Monday.
For Kadavu: Just like its neighbors, Kadavu is in for occasional showers alongside a bit of thunder. Cloudy periods with showers tomorrow as well.
For Rotuma: A specific low-pressure trough is hanging around, leading to cloudy periods with isolated showers and thunderstorms. Monday looks similarly cozy with cloudy periods and some showers.
So, there you have it! It looks like we’ve got a few days of rainy drama ahead with scattered thunderstorms looking to make headlines, so keep your rain gear close and prepare for some classic Fiji weather antics!
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