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Lami, Fiji
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Lami is a small city in Central, Fiji with a population of 24,639. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lami
Lami is an urban area in Rewa Province, Fiji, north-west of the capital Suva. It was formally incorporated as a town in 1977, and had a population of 20,529 at the most recent census in 2007. The municipal boundaries enclose an area of 683 square kilometers.
People
Climate
| Population | 24,639 |
| Population Density | 81 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.1109°, 178.4094° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Fiji |
| Country | 🇫🇯 Fiji |
| State / Province | Central |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 106.3 inches (2,701 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lami
Lami is a small city in Fiji (Central) with a population of 24,639. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 106.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Fiji.
Climate in Lami
Lami has an average annual temperature of 25.4°C (78°F). The hottest month is Feb (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (23.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 2946 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.1°F |
| 41% above Fiji avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 146 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 302.6 sq mi (783.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 81/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -18.1109°N, 178.4094°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Fiji |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1953 | FIJI ISLANDS | Eruption + Earthquake | 15.0 m | 8 | 31 km |
| 1975 | FIJI ISLANDS | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 63 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nabukelevu (121 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nabukelevu | Lava dome(s) | 805 m (2,641 ft) | 1660 | 121 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 10.9 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 10.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 13.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 13.5 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 8.9 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 5.7 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | Driest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 6.8 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 8.1 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 9.6 in |
Lami has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 72°F in July to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 106.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (13.5") and August the driest (4.8").
Schools in Lami
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lami School | — | — | — | — |
| Waiqanake District School | — | — | — | — |
| Ballentine Memorial High School | — | — | — | — |
| DPHC | — | — | — | — |
| Lami Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Waiqanake District School | — | — | — | — |
| Chauhan Memorial School | — | — | — | — |
| St Thomas Aquinas Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Lami
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiji Museum |
Libraries in Lami
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suva City Carnegie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| USP Library | 0.0 | |||||
| USP Lower Campus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| viwa island | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lami
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local Handicrafts | |||||
| Nakasi Municipal Market | |||||
| Nausori Municipal Market | |||||
| Navua Market | |||||
| Old Raiwaqa Market | |||||
| Suva Flea Market | |||||
| Suva Market |
Hotels in Lami
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lami
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lami
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Lami
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Lami
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nausori International Airport | SUV | Large Airport |
| Ba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Levuka Airfield | LEV | Small Airport |
| Nanuku Airport | PHR | Small Airport |
| Wakaya Island Airport | KAY | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lami
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church | |
| Church | |
| LDS Church | |
| Namdi Baptist | |
| SDA | |
| St Peter Chanel | |
| St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church Navesi | |
| Valenicina Methodist Church | |
| Vunidakua methodist church |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lami
What is the population of Lami?
Lami has a population of 24,639 residents and is located in Fiji. The population density is 81 people per square mile, spread across 302.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lami?
Lami has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 146 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 106.3 inches.