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Viti Levu Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Viti Levu, Fiji in January.

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Planning a getaway to Viti Levu, Fiji this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Viti Levu in January

Viti Levu, Fiji is a region in Fiji. January in Viti Levu generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Nadi. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For specific regional insights in Viti Levu, Fiji, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Natadola with an average of 245 mm (9.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Tavua with 334 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in January. Nadi typically receives 214 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Viti Levu by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Viti Levu — and find the best time to visit. (based on Nadi)

January30°C (86°F) February30°C (86°F) March30°C (86°F) April30°C (86°F) May29°C (84°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September28°C (82°F) October29°C (84°F) November30°C (86°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Viti Levu in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Viti Levu.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Viti Levu

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Viti Levu, Fiji?

Temperature range in Viti Levu (January)

Precipitation variation in Viti Levu (January)

Nadi

In January Nadi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
214 hours
184 hours
Monthly rainfall
206 mm (8.1 in)
308 mm (12 in)
317 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Nadi →

Suva

In January Suva generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
262 mm (10 in)
293 mm (12 in)
268 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Suva →

Denarau

In January Denarau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
214 hours
184 hours
Monthly rainfall
187 mm (7.4 in)
289 mm (11 in)
304 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Denarau →

Korolevu

In January Korolevu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
214 hours
184 hours
Monthly rainfall
205 mm (8.1 in)
261 mm (10 in)
268 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Korolevu →

Pacific Harbour

In January Pacific Harbour generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
236 mm (9.3 in)
283 mm (11 in)
273 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Viti Levu in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nadi 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 308 mm (12 in)
Suva 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 293 mm (12 in)
Korolevu 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 261 mm (10 in)
Denarau 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 289 mm (11 in)
Pacific Harbour 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 283 mm (11 in)
Lautoka 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 304 mm (12 in)

Viti Levu weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Viti Levu, Fiji in January?

Viti Levu, Fiji typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Nadi average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Viti Levu, Fiji in January?

Average temperatures in Viti Levu, Fiji during January range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Nadi.

Does Viti Levu, Fiji get a lot of rain in January?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Nadi records an average of 308 mm (12 in) in January, putting it among the wetter months for Viti Levu, Fiji.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Viti Levu, Fiji?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Viti Levu, Fiji due to the typically poor weather in Nadi.

On average, the best time to visit Viti Levu, Fiji is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Nadi. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April and December tend to be poor.

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