AI-generatedLautoka at a glance
- Best time
- May – Oct
- Warmest month
- Feb · 32°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 29.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,480 h
- Rain a year
- 2,061 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+12
- Elevation
- 47 m
Climate in Lautoka
Lautoka has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. February is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while July is the coolest at 29 °C. With around 2,480 hours of sunshine a year, Lautoka is sunny; November is the sunniest month with 7.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Lautoka
The best time to visit Lautoka is from May to October. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from May to September. The rainy season is from December to March; the wettest month is January with 345 mm.
Lautoka through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Lautoka in the dry season
Apr – Nov
Excellent
- 29–31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 88 rainy days in all
Lautoka in the rainy season
Dec – Mar
Good
- 31–32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 96 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
May – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Dec – Mar
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: May – October
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 25°
- Midday, 13:00: about 30°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 29°
- Evening, 20:00: about 25°
- Night, 23:00: about 24°
05:4218:10
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:28–06:11 · evening 17:41–18:23
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:20–05:28 · evening 18:23–18:32
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Lautoka compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 30° from start to end. The sea warms from 27° to 28°. The days get 0.5 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 30° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 21° | 22° |
| Sea | 27° | 28° |
| Daylight | 12.2 h | 12.7 h |
What is the weather like in Lautoka in October?
In October, Lautoka is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 131 mm. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Lautoka.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 28 min05:42 – 18:10
- UV index
- 12 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 26 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 12 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 59 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 19 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+12offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %68 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %24 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Lautoka
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Lautoka: score 92 against 78. In July, days are 1 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in July. July has 10 fewer rainy days.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 78 | 92better |
| Daytime high | 30° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 21° | 19° |
| Sea | 27.3° | 26.7° |
| Sunshine | 7.1 h | 7.0 h |
| Rainy days | 15 | 5better |
| Rainfall | 131 mm | 46 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 26 | 20better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Lautoka month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
70January31° · Sea 29° · 6.7 h
In January, Lautoka is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 25 days, totalling 345 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Lautoka.
Lautoka in January70February32° · Sea 29° · 6.6 h
In February, Lautoka is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 23 days, totalling 331 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Lautoka.
Lautoka in February69March31° · Sea 29° · 6.2 h
In March, Lautoka is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 26 days, totalling 316 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Lautoka.
Lautoka in March72April31° · Sea 29° · 6.4 h
In April, Lautoka is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 182 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Lautoka.
Lautoka in April85May30° · Sea 28° · 6.8 h
In May, Lautoka is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 28.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 89 mm in total. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Lautoka.
Lautoka in May89June29° · Sea 28° · 6.6 h
In June, Lautoka is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 66 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Lautoka.
Lautoka in June92July29° · Sea 27° · 7.0 h
In July, Lautoka is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 46 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Lautoka.
Lautoka in July89August29° · Sea 26° · 7.1 h
In August, Lautoka is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 26.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 78 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Lautoka.
Lautoka in August85September29° · Sea 27° · 6.8 h
In September, Lautoka is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 76 mm in total. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Lautoka.
Lautoka in September78October30° · Sea 27° · 7.1 h
In October, Lautoka is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 131 mm. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Lautoka.
Lautoka in October74November31° · Sea 28° · 7.2 h
In November, Lautoka is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 161 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Lautoka.
Lautoka in November71December31° · Sea 29° · 6.9 h
In December, Lautoka is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 22 days, totalling 240 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Lautoka.
Lautoka in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Lautoka
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 21°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 26 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in July (19°), the warmest in January (23°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from September to June; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from July to August. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 321 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 70 | 31° | 23° | 29.3° | 6.7 h | 25 | 345 |
| FebruaryFeb | 70 | 32° | 23° | 29.4° | 6.6 h | 23 | 331 |
| MarchMar | 69 | 31° | 23° | 29.4° | 6.2 h | 26 | 316 |
| AprilApr | 72 | 31° | 23° | 29.1° | 6.4 h | 18 | 182 |
| MayMay | 85 | 30° | 21° | 28.4° | 6.8 h | 10 | 89 |
| JuneJun | 89 | 29° | 20° | 27.5° | 6.6 h | 6 | 66 |
| JulyJul | 92 | 29° | 19° | 26.7° | 7.0 h | 5 | 46 |
| AugustAug | 89 | 29° | 19° | 26.3° | 7.1 h | 7 | 78 |
| SeptemberSep | 85 | 29° | 20° | 26.6° | 6.8 h | 9 | 76 |
| OctoberOct | 78 | 30° | 21° | 27.3° | 7.1 h | 15 | 131 |
| NovemberNov | 74 | 31° | 22° | 28.1° | 7.2 h | 18 | 161 |
| DecemberDec | 71 | 31° | 23° | 28.8° | 6.9 h | 22 | 240 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
17.62° S, 177.45° E · 47 m · Pacific/Fiji
Sea temperature in Lautoka
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 26.4 – 28.1 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Lautoka ranges from 26.3 °C in August to 29.4 °C in February. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in February, eight out of ten years were between 29.0 and 29.9 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 29.3° | 28.8° | 29.7° | very warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 29.4° | 29.0° | 29.9° | very warm |
| MarchMar | 29.4° | 29.0° | 29.8° | very warm |
| AprilApr | 29.1° | 28.7° | 29.6° | very warm |
| MayMay | 28.4° | 27.8° | 29.0° | warm |
| JuneJun | 27.5° | 26.8° | 28.1° | warm |
| JulyJul | 26.7° | 26.1° | 27.3° | warm |
| AugustAug | 26.3° | 25.3° | 27.1° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 26.6° | 25.6° | 27.2° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 27.3° | 26.4° | 28.1° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.1° | 27.6° | 28.7° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 28.8° | 28.1° | 29.4° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Lautoka
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.1 of 12.5 hours of daylight in Lautoka, 57 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 16 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Lautoka: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Lautoka has about 15 rainy days with 131 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Lautoka
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 12 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in November (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 25 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Lautoka
How breezy and how cloudy Lautoka is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Lautoka typically peaks at 12 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 59 % of the sky over Lautoka: variable cloud, with about 7.1 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Lautoka
How often the day gets hot in Lautoka (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Lautoka has about 19 hot days, with an average daytime high of 30 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Lautoka
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Lautoka in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Lautoka has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 90) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 71).
- 71
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 86
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 90
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 78
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
- 71
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 20 h 5 min
- Distance
- 16,250 km
- Time zone
- UTC+12
- Jet lag
- About 11 days (11 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Storm season
Lautoka lies in an area that South Pacific cyclones can reach. The cyclone season runs from November to April, with most storms from January to March. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January: Peak
- February: Peak
- March: Peak
- April: Season
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November: Season
- December: Season
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Lautoka vs Nadi
In October the holiday weather in Lautoka and Nadi is about equally good (score 78 vs 78). During the day it is about as warm in Nadi as in Lautoka. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Lautoka | Nadi |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 78 | 78 |
| Daytime high | 30° | 30° |
| Sea | 27° | 27° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 15 | 15 |
| Best time | May – Oct | May – Oct |
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Frequently asked questions about Lautoka
When is the best time to visit Lautoka?
The best time to visit Lautoka is from May to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Lautoka?
The sea temperature in Lautoka ranges from 26.3 °C in August to 29.4 °C in February. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Lautoka in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Lautoka?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 23 °C. July is the coolest month at 29 °C.
When does it rain most in Lautoka?
The rainy season is from December to March; the wettest month is January with 345 mm. The driest month is July with 46 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Lautoka get?
Lautoka gets around 2,480 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is November with 7.2 hours a day; in March there are 6.2 hours a day.
What time zone is Lautoka in?
Lautoka is on UTC+12 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Lautoka?
A nonstop flight from London to Lautoka takes about 20 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 16,250 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is cyclone season in Lautoka?
Lautoka lies in an area that South Pacific cyclones can reach. The cyclone season runs from November to April, with most storms from January to March. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Lautoka?
Lautoka has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 90) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 71). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 71, May half-term 86, summer holidays 90, October half-term 78, Christmas holidays 71.