Best Time to Ride · Surfing · Fiji
Surfing in Fiji
1 surfing spots in Fiji. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for surfing.
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 waves in Fiji: April–September (around 2 m, water 28°C, no wetsuit).
- Top picks: Tavarua – Cloudbreak.
Wave height per month (m, average daily max)
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Best time to go →Wave height: average daily maximum.
Month by month in Fiji
| Month | Waves | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 1.6 m | 30°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 1.7 m | 30°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| MarchMar | 1.8 m | 30°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| AprilApr | 1.9 m | 30°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| MayMay | 2 m | 29°C | no wetsuit | 29°C |
| JuneJun | 2 m | 28°C | no wetsuit | 28°C |
| JulyJul | 2.1 m | 27°C | no wetsuit | 28°C |
| AugustAug | 2 m | 26°C | no wetsuit | 28°C |
| SeptemberSep | 2.1 m | 26°C | no wetsuit | 29°C |
| OctoberOct | 1.8 m | 27°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| NovemberNov | 1.7 m | 28°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| DecemberDec | 1.6 m | 29°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for surfing in Fiji?
Best waves in Fiji: April–September (around 2 m, water 28°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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