Climate Insights for Savusavu
Cakaudrove, Northern, Fiji
Climate Overview
The climate in Savusavu is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 2,631 mm of precipitation falls per year. Savusavu receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Savusavu 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 22°C.The climate in Savusavu is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 103.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Savusavu receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Savusavu 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 72°F.
Temperature
Savusavu has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 7°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 22°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows.Savusavu has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 12°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 72°F and an average of 75°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Savusavu is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,631 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 219 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 423 mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 64 mm. That's 359 mm less than January, 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.Savusavu is a very wet location, receiving approximately 103.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.6 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 16.7 in of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2.5 in. That's 14.1 in less than January, 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
Savusavu is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/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 13km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.Savusavu is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph 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 8mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Savusavu is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 83 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Savusavu is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.3 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 84°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Savusavu 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 Savusavu 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.