January · Fiji
Best time to visit Suva in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Suva in January
Average temperature 28°C, 433 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
3.0/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 433 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Suva scores 3.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 433 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Suva is Fiji's capital on the southeast coast, with a busy market, colonial buildings and the Fiji Museum.
January in Suva — off-season conditions
January averages 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 83%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
433 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 3/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 6/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? July scores 3 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Suva in January?
- In January, Suva averages 28°C, 433 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.0/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Suva?
- January earns a 3.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Suva in January?
- Expect about 433 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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