Suva in March
Not the best time
March teases you with glimpses of better weather to come. Still plenty of rain and sticky heat, but you'll catch more breaks between storms.
Weather
The tail end of cyclone season still brings heavy rains and muggy conditions. Afternoon storms are common but shorter-lived than earlier wet season months. Humidity starts dropping slightly to around 75%.
29°C high22°C low14 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$78/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Holi Festival celebrations in Indo-Fijian communities
March Tips
- •Late March shows improvement - consider end-of-month visits
- •Streets flood easily after storms, so plan walking routes carefully
- •Mosquito repellent is essential with all the standing water
All Months
May through October is Suva's dry season, though 'dry' is relative – this city gets 120 inches of rain yearly. July and August are coolest with temperatures around 23°C, perfect for walking the hilly streets. But here's the thing: November through April brings heavy rain and cyclone season. Streets flood, ferries cancel, and humidity becomes oppressive. The upside? Hotel rates drop 30-40% and you'll have attractions to yourself. Diwali in October or November lights up the Indo-Fijian community with incredible food festivals. Hibiscus Festival in August brings parades and traditional dancing to Albert Park. Rugby season runs March through September – catch a match at HFC Bank Stadium where tickets cost F$10.
Suva Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
5/10
Families
6/10
Adventure
5/10
Budget
8/10
Luxury
4/10
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