Lautoka weather in January (Viti Levu, Fiji)

Will it be warm or cold in Lautoka this January? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

In January, Lautoka typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 30°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 25°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Precipitation

Lautoka in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 304 mm for the month. Typically around 19 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

With approximately 214 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Lautoka. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and March tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lautoka climate page with graphs.

 

Lautoka, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Water Temperature 28°C *  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 304 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 82% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 214 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Nadi, Fiji (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in Fiji in January

Find out more about the weather in Fiji and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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