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Weather & Climate • Fiji
EL NIÑO What it means for Fiji
El Niño can bring longer dry spells and below-normal rainfall to Fiji, increasing pressure on water supplies, farms and communities.
The key Fiji message: prepare for drier conditions and follow official local forecasts.
Current Fiji outlook
A strong El Niño is active. Fiji Met expects below-normal rainfall across the Fiji Group from September to November 2026, with below-normal rainfall also likely from December 2026 to February 2027.
What is El Niño?
01 • Explained
A major shift in the Pacific Ocean and atmosphere
El Niño happens when parts of the central and eastern tropical Pacific become warmer than usual. This changes weather patterns across the region and can reduce rainfall in Fiji.
For Fiji
The main concern is usually reduced rainfall, particularly during the cooler and drier part of the year.
What it can mean for us
02 • Fiji impact
01
Less rainfall
Longer dry spells can develop, with some parts of Fiji receiving significantly less rain than usual.
02
Water pressure
Lower rainfall can reduce catchment, river and reservoir levels, leading to conservation notices or supply disruptions.
03
Farms feel it early
Crops, livestock and soil moisture can be affected when dry conditions continue for weeks or months.
04
Not everywhere is the same
Impacts vary by location and by event, so local forecasts and advisories remain important.
Worth knowing: Fiji Met says rainfall suppression is generally stronger in Fiji's drier zones than in wetter areas, although all divisions can be affected during a significant El Niño.
What you can do now
03 • Be prepared
Use water wisely
Fix leaks, avoid unnecessary water use and follow Water Authority of Fiji conservation notices.
Store water safely
If you keep emergency water, use clean covered containers and rotate stored drinking water regularly.
Farmers: plan for dry weeks
Review irrigation, water storage, feed and planting plans, and follow relevant sector advice.
Follow official updates
Conditions can change. Check Fiji Met, NDMO, WAF and fijivillage for the latest forecasts and public advisories.
Useful contacts
04 • Keep handy
Water Authority of Fiji
Water supply issues and water carting enquiries
National Disaster Management Office
Disaster information and coordination