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Levuka, Fiji
Eastern · Fiji
Levuka is a small city in Eastern, Fiji with a population of 8,360. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Levuka
Levuka is a town on the eastern coast of the Fijian island of Ovalau, in Lomaiviti Province, in the Eastern Division of Fiji. Prior to 1877, it was the capital of Fiji. At the census in 2007, the last to date, Levuka town had a population of 1,131, about half of Ovalau's 8,900 inhabitants. It is the economic hub and the largest of 24 settlements on the island. Having been nominated decades prior, Levuka was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in June 2013, in recognition of the port town's exceptional testimony to the late colonial port towns in the Pacific.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,360 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.0667°, 179.3167° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Fiji |
| Country | 🇫🇯 Fiji |
| State / Province | Eastern |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 110.8 inches (2,813 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Levuka
Levuka is a small city in Fiji (Eastern) with a population of 8,360. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 110.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Fiji.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.7°F |
| 40% above Fiji avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 139 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Area | 4,320.0 sq mi (11,188.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -18.0667°N, 179.3167°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 | 121 km |
| 1975 | FIJI ISLANDS | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 112 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nabukelevu (183 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nabukelevu | Lava dome(s) | 805 m (2,641 ft) | 1660 | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 12.3 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 11.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 14.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 13.2 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 9.1 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 5.9 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 5.4 in | Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 5.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 6.7 in | |
| October | 74°F (24°C) | 8.1 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 9.5 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 9.5 in |
Levuka has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 72°F in August to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 110.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (14.2") and July the driest (5.4").
Airports Near Levuka
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Koro Island Airport | KXF | Small Airport |
| Levuka Airfield | LEV | Small Airport |
| Moala Airport | MFJ | Small Airport |
| Ngau Airport | NGI | Small Airport |
| Wakaya Island Airport | KAY | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Levuka
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Levuka
What is the population of Levuka?
Levuka has a population of 8,360 residents and is located in Fiji. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 4,320.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Levuka?
Levuka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 139 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 110.8 inches.