The best times to visit Fiji for ideal weather are

June 18th to September 16th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Fiji Travel Info

Weather in Fiji

Temperature

Average temperatures in Fiji vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a chance of rain throughout most of the year. The area is far less temperate than some — in the 6th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Fiji, the hottest months are February, January, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early February where highs are regularly around 87.8°F (31°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 75.4°F (24.1°C) at night.

Fiji Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Fiji Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Fiji Perceived Temperature (F)

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Fiji Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Fiji Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 87.1 80.4 75.1
Feb 87.3 80.5 75.4
Mar 86.9 80.3 75.2
Apr 85.8 78.9 74
May 83.7 77 72.1
Jun 82.6 76.3 71.7
Jul 82 75.3 70.4
Aug 81.5 75.1 70.4
Sep 82.8 76.1 71.2
Oct 84.1 77.4 72.7
Nov 84.5 78 73.2
Dec 85.5 79.1 74.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 30.6 26.9 23.9
Feb 30.7 26.9 24.1
Mar 30.5 26.8 24
Apr 29.9 26.1 23.3
May 28.7 25 22.3
Jun 28.1 24.6 22.1
Jul 27.8 24.1 21.3
Aug 27.5 23.9 21.3
Sep 28.2 24.5 21.8
Oct 28.9 25.2 22.6
Nov 29.2 25.6 22.9
Dec 29.7 26.2 23.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Fiji are July, August, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early July. For example, on the week of July 2nd there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid February with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of February 19th.

When can you find snow in Fiji? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Fiji.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Fiji (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 25% 0 7.2
Feb 32% 0 7.3
Mar 33% 0 7.5
Apr 21% 0 4.6
May 19% 0 4.7
Jun 16% 0 3.2
Jul 12% 0 2.5
Aug 14% 0 2.5
Sep 17% 0 3.4
Oct 22% 0 6.2
Nov 24% 0 5.9
Dec 24% 0 6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 25 0 18.3
Feb 32 0 18.5
Mar 33 0 19.1
Apr 21 0 11.7
May 19 0 11.9
Jun 16 0 8.1
Jul 12 0 6.4
Aug 14 0 6.4
Sep 17 0 8.6
Oct 22 0 15.7
Nov 24 0 15
Dec 24 0 15.2

 

Humidity and Wind

Fiji has some very humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is July (72.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (79.9%).

Wind in Fiji is usually calm. The windiest month is August, followed by July and September. August’s average wind speed of around 6.4 knots (7.4 MPH or 11.8 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late November to early December where average top sustained speeds reach 10.7 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Fiji.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 4.9 Light breeze 9.1 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.1 Light breeze 8.2 Gentle breeze
Mar 4.3 Light breeze 8.3 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.4 Light breeze 8.2 Gentle breeze
May 4.8 Light breeze 8.7 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.4 Light breeze 9.1 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.9 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Aug 6.4 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.9 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Oct 5.9 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.7 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
Dec 5.5 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 77.1%
Feb 79.9%
Mar 79.2%
Apr 75.7%
May 75.8%
Jun 75.7%
Jul 72.5%
Aug 73.3%
Sep 75.7%
Oct 74.8%
Nov 76.1%
Dec 75.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Fiji?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Fiji; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 16, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Fiji is May, followed by January and July. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Fiji in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 73.6 in December means 73.6% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Fiji Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 87.4°F (30.8°C) and 82.6°F (28.1°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 10 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 4 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Fiji, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 84.9°F (29.4°C) and 81.9°F (27.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 7 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Fiji to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 87.8°F (31°C) and 85.1°F (29.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 9 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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