Climate in Fiji — Annual Weather Overview
Fiji has a tropical climate — hot and humid year-round with a distinct wet season. The hottest month is December (average high 30.2°C) and the coolest is August (28.0°C). Temperatures are consistent year-round, with highs ranging only 2.2°C between the warmest and coolest months. Annual rainfall totals around 2122mm. January is the wettest month at 422.6mm, while June averages just 59.7mm. Average daily sunshine is 10.0 hours.
**Spring (September, October, November):** average highs 29.4°C, 316mm rain. **Summer (December, January, February):** average highs 29.9°C, 1036mm rain. **Autumn (March, April, May):** average highs 29.2°C, 562mm rain. **Winter (June, July, August):** average highs 28.2°C, 208mm rain.
Fiji — Monthly Temperatures
Fiji — Monthly Rainfall
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Weather in Fiji stays reasonable all year.
Fiji weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun/day | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.7°C | 23.9°C | 422.6mm | 9.7h | 26 | 8/10 |
| February | 29.9°C | 23.9°C | 389.7mm | 9.5h | 24 | 8/10 |
| March | 29.2°C | 23.7°C | 336.6mm | 8.6h | 25 | 8/10 |
| April | 29.5°C | 23.5°C | 135.6mm | 9.6h | 16 | 9/10 |
| May | 28.8°C | 22.4°C | 89.5mm | 9.4h | 12 | 10/10 |
| June | 28.1°C | 21.2°C | 59.7mm | 9.8h | 6 | 10/10 |
| July | 28.4°C | 21.2°C | 60.5mm | 10.0h | 5 | 10/10 |
| August | 28.0°C | 20.7°C | 87.8mm | 10.3h | 7 | 10/10 |
| September | 29.0°C | 21.5°C | 75.3mm | 10.9h | 12 | 10/10 |
| October | 29.4°C | 21.9°C | 90.1mm | 10.7h | 12 | 10/10 |
| November | 29.9°C | 22.9°C | 151.0mm | 10.9h | 20 | 9/10 |
| December | 30.2°C | 23.6°C | 223.2mm | 10.7h | 25 | 8/10 |
For the full verdict on when to go, see the best time to visit Fiji and the Fiji rainy season guide. Seasonal breakdowns: spring, summer, autumn and winter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of climate does Fiji have?
Fiji has a tropical climate — hot and humid year-round with a distinct wet season. Average highs range from 28.0°C in August to 30.2°C in December.
What is the hottest month in Fiji?
December is the hottest month in Fiji, with average highs of 30.2°C and lows of 23.6°C.
What is the coldest month in Fiji?
August is the coolest month, with average highs of 28.0°C and lows of 20.7°C.
What is the wettest month in Fiji?
January is the wettest month, averaging 422.6mm of rainfall over around 26 rainy days.
When is rainy season in Fiji?
Rainy season in Fiji runs November to April, when rainfall is significantly higher than the rest of the year. Full rainy season guide →
How much rain does Fiji get per year?
Fiji receives around 2122mm of rain per year. The driest month is June (59.7mm).
When is the best time to visit Fiji?
The best time to visit Fiji is All year. See the full month-by-month guide →
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.