Climate Insights for Malomalo
Nadroga-Navosa, Western, Fiji
Climate Overview
The climate in Malomalo is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,996 mm of precipitation falls per year. Malomalo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Malomalo is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: February, January, March. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 23°C.The climate in Malomalo is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 78.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Malomalo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Malomalo is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: February, January, March. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 73°F.
Temperature
Malomalo has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows.Malomalo has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 73°F and an average of 75°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Malomalo is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,996 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 166 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 357 mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 48 mm. That's 309 mm less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Malomalo is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 78.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.5 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 14.1 in of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.9 in. That's 12.2 in less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Malomalo is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 18km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.Malomalo is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 12mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 11mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Malomalo is during June, July and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 49 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 29°C, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 23°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Malomalo is during June, July and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.9 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 83°F, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 73°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Malomalo based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Malomalo based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.