The month in detail
What to expect in May
May is peak dry season in Fiji. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain risk remains low (16% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (8.0/10) remains theoretically better.
May ranks 4 out of 12 months in Fiji. Compared to April: −4°F daytime, 17 pts fewer rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
5 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
muggy at times
18°
Daylight
11.2h of daylight
Air quality
excellent
AQI 12
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Fiji is June (8.0/10), 0.1 pt higher than May.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Fiji
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyDollar fidjien ($)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJanuary · 79°F
❄️Coolest monthJune · 72°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 53%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Fiji ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
FijiTropical climate with a 8.0 → 7.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
17.71°S · 177.99°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Fiji?
May is the best month with 73°F highs, 64°F lows, 5.8h of sunshine and 16.0% rainy days. The months of May & June offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Fiji get in May?
Fiji averages 5.8 sunshine hours per day in May. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Fiji?
February is the most unfavourable month with February has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Fiji in May?
In May, overnight lows reach 64°F, while afternoon highs average 73°F.
Is Fiji good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Fiji scores 7.2/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains May with a score of 7.6/10.
When should you avoid Fiji?
February is the most difficult month to visit Fiji, with February has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Fiji in May?
The average UV index reaches 5 in May in Fiji (moderate), with about 11.2h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.