Best Time to Ride · Kitesurfing · Fiji
Kitesurfing in Fiji
2 kitesurfing spots in Fiji. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for kitesurfing.
Find the best time to goTap a spot to see when to go: wind, waves, water temperature, sun and rain in every month, from years of weather statistics.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best time for kitesurfing in Fiji: August–September. Then about 7 windy days a month and water around 26°C (no wetsuit).
- Top picks: Tavarua – Cloudbreak & Namotu.
Regions
Windy days per month (15+ knots)
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Best time to go →Windy days: days with at least 2 hours of 15+ knots between 9:00 and 18:00, averaged over recent years.
Month by month in Fiji
| Month | Windy days | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 2 | 30°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 0 | 30°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| MarchMar | 1 | 30°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| AprilApr | 1 | 30°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| MayMay | 1 | 29°C | no wetsuit | 29°C |
| JuneJun | 2 | 28°C | no wetsuit | 28°C |
| JulyJul | 3 | 27°C | no wetsuit | 28°C |
| AugustAug | 6 | 26°C | no wetsuit | 28°C |
| SeptemberSep | 8 | 26°C | no wetsuit | 29°C |
| OctoberOct | 4 | 27°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| NovemberNov | 2 | 28°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| DecemberDec | 2 | 29°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
Averages of the 2 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for kitesurfing in Fiji?
Best time for kitesurfing in Fiji: August–September. Then about 7 windy days a month and water around 26°C (no wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in Fiji?
It depends on the month: about 30°C water in February (no wetsuit) and about 26°C in August (no wetsuit).
Is Fiji good for beginners?
The spots here suit intermediate and advanced riders more than beginners.
Which airport is closest?
Nadi International Airport (NAN), 30 km from Tavarua – Cloudbreak.
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