Climate Insights for Vatulele
Lomaiviti, Eastern, Fiji
Climate Overview
The climate in Vatulele is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 2,317 mm of precipitation falls per year. Vatulele receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Vatulele 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, March, January. The coldest months are August, September, July, when temperatures can drop to 24°C.The climate in Vatulele is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 91.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Vatulele receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Vatulele 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, March, January. The coldest months are August, September, July, when temperatures can drop to 75°F.
Temperature
Vatulele has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.Vatulele has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°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 75°F and an average of 76°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Vatulele is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,317 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 193 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 349 mm of rainfall. March and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 69 mm. That's 280 mm less than February, 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.Vatulele is a very wet location, receiving approximately 91.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.6 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 13.7 in of rainfall. March and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2.7 in. That's 11 in less than February, 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
Vatulele is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 22km/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 26km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 18km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/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 26km/h in winter, 23km/h in spring, 19km/h in summer, 21km/h in autumn.Vatulele is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 14mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 16mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 11mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph 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 16mph in winter, 15mph in spring, 12mph in summer, 13mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Vatulele is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 83 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 28°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 Vatulele is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 77°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.3 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 83°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 Vatulele 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 Vatulele 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.