Strong Wind Warning Issued for Fiji: Southeast Winds and Cloudy Conditions Expected

Weather Report

Issued by the National Weather Forecasting Centre in Nadi at 3:30 PM on Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Hold onto your hats, folks—literally! A STRONG WIND WARNING is blowing through the land areas of Lau and Lomaiviti Group, Kadavu and their little companions, Taveuni and its workers, Yasawa, the breezy spots along Rakiraki, Udu Point, and Southern Bua. So, if you see any umbrellas flying by, just know it’s not just your imagination!

What’s Bringing all this Wind? A high-pressure system to our south is playing director, sending a strong southeasterly wind flow across the islands. Think of it as nature’s way of giving us a wind tunnel experience, but without the indoor bungee jumping and a questionable safety helmet.

Forecast until midnight tomorrow for the Fiji group: Expect southeast winds howling at speeds of up to 45 km/hr in Lau, Lomaiviti, Kadavu, Taveuni, Yasawa, and our coastal pals Rakiraki, Udu Point, and Southern Bua. Elsewhere, we’re looking at moderate to fresh southeast winds with a sprinkle of gustiness—like nature’s own version of a surprise party!

Seas are feeling a bit rough, so if you were planning to take a leisurely swim, you might want to reconsider and instead cozy up with a cup of hot cocoa. Cloudy with some showers will be the theme over Serua-Namosi, Navua-Suva-Nausori, Tailevu-Naitasiri-Ra, Southern Bua, Cakaudrove, and also those islands that we keep forgetting the names of. Most other areas are embracing their inner sunbeam with mainly fine conditions. Be prepared for cool nights—great for cuddling under a blanket or figuring out if you really need a second pair of socks.

What about Friday, you ask? Well, it’s going to be a repeat performance: those strong southeast winds up to 45 km/hr and continuation of cloudy periods with some rebellious showers in the same regions as before. The same cool nights are here to stay, so keep that hot chocolate on standby.

For Navua / Suva / Nausori: Cloudy periods with showers, staying cool at night. Just another day in paradise!

For Nadi / Lautoka / Ba: Mainly fine and staying cool at night. It’s like the weather’s giving you a high-five!

For Coral Coast/Sigatoka: Expect some clouds and showers, but mainly fine elsewhere. Cool nights are in store—perfect for stargazing!

For Tavua/Rakiraki: Gusty southeast winds are coming your way, possibly ruffling some beach towels. Expect cloudy periods and some showers; cool nights are yet again on the horizon.

For Natadradave/Korovou: Cloudy periods with some showers, plus cool nights are the script.

For Yasawa/Mamanuca group: Brace yourselves for strong southeast winds up to 45 km/hr, but mainly fine weather elsewhere. Cool nights are a constant!

For Labasa: Enjoy the abundant sunshine and cool nights—this forecast feels like a vacation!

For Savusavu: More cloudy periods with showers. Cool nights—mix it up with some warm soup!

For Lau and Lomaiviti group: Strong southeast winds up to 45 km/hr, cloudy periods, and showers. Cool nights are keeping the romance alive with those warm blankets!

For Kadavu: Same southeast winds, cloudy periods, showers, and cool nights expected. Can you sense the theme?

For Rotuma: A STRONG WIND WARNING stays active. Gusty winds of 20-25 knots mean rough seas with cloudy periods and some showers. Make sure to hold onto your hats and your sanity!

Outlook for Friday: More of the same with cloudy periods and showers. Stay cozy, everyone!