Fiji weather in January
Considering a trip to Fiji this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Fiji in January?
January in Fiji generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Waiyevo at 27°C to very warm in Nadi at 30°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C in Nadi and 25°C in Waiyevo. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Waiyevo with an average of 31 mm to heavy rainfall in Rotuma with 374 mm. Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Rotuma. The city Rotuma usually sees around 202 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
For specific regional insights in Fiji for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Fiji climate page.
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Average weather in Rotuma
In January Rotuma generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Nadi
In January Nadi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Suva
In January Suva generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Savusavu
In January Savusavu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Denarau
In January Denarau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Fiji?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Rotuma, January may not be the ideal time to visit Fiji.
On average, the best time to visit Fiji is in July with generally pleasant weather in Rotuma. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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