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Navua, Fiji

Central · Fiji

Navua is a small city in Central, Fiji with a population of 5,812. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,812 Population 7/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
104.0 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Fiji Timezone

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About Navua

Navua District is located within Serua Province in the Central Division of Fiji. During colonial times it was a sugar growing area, but the closure of the sugar mill in Navua in 1923 led to a decline in economic activity in the district. The construction of a resort at Pacific Harbour in the 1970s and an influx of tourist related activities has led to increases in economic activity in the area.

People

Population5,812
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain104.0 in/yr
Sunny Days150/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population5,812
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates-18.2227°, 178.1700°
TimezonePacific/Fiji
Country🇫🇯 Fiji
State / ProvinceCentral
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation104.0 inches (2,641 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Navua

Navua is a small city in Fiji (Central) with a population of 5,812. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 104.0 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Fiji.

Navua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 150 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 104.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average76.8°F
42% above Fiji avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days150 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area879.1 sq mi (2,276.9 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates-18.2227°N, 178.1700°W
TimezonePacific/Fiji

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 104.0"
174% above Fiji avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 13.39"
Driest Month (Jul) 5.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

62 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.3. Most recent: M0.0 on Jun 6, 2023.

Nov 9, 2009 77 km ENE of Ba, Fiji M7.3 111 km
Jan 2, 2002 36 km ENE of Suva, Fiji M6.2 66 km
Feb 2, 1990 84 km SW of Nadi, Fiji M6.0 133 km
Nov 2, 1998 140 km SSW of Suva, Fiji M5.7 121 km
Mar 28, 2015 84 km SW of Nadi, Fiji M5.5 146 km
Jan 5, 2002 51 km WNW of Levuka, Fiji M5.5 87 km
Feb 15, 2015 76 km SW of Nadi, Fiji M5.4 132 km
Mar 22, 2002 51 km S of Suva, Fiji M5.3 54 km
Nov 26, 1992 27 km SSE of Suva, Fiji M5.2 45 km
Jul 29, 2010 32 km NE of Levuka, Fiji M5.2 148 km
Oct 13, 2013 102 km SSE of Suva, Fiji M5.1 112 km
May 20, 2009 139 km S of Nadi, Fiji M5.0 118 km
Mar 14, 2011 140 km S of Suva, Fiji M5.0 132 km
Nov 9, 2009 90 km N of Suva, Fiji M4.9 108 km
Dec 28, 1996 156 km SSW of Suva, Fiji M4.9 136 km
Jun 29, 2005 41 km NNW of Suva, Fiji M4.8 51 km
Jan 2, 2002 44 km NE of Suva, Fiji M4.8 74 km
Dec 6, 2000 89 km SW of Labasa, Fiji M4.7 146 km
Nov 2, 1998 131 km SW of Suva, Fiji M4.7 109 km
Aug 4, 2015 119 km S of Sigatoka, Fiji M4.7 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

25 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Mal Category 1 174 km
2021 Yasa Category 4 196 km
2021 Ana Category 1 28 km
2020 Harold Category 4 81 km
2020 Sarai Category 1 173 km
2018 Keni Category 2 87 km
2016 Winston Category 5 89 km
2013 Evan Category 4 116 km
2010 Mick Category 1 4 km
2003 Ami Category 3 226 km
2001 Paula Category 3 269 km
1997 Gavin Category 4 139 km
1997 June Category 1 287 km
1993 Joni Category 3 73 km
1993 Kina Category 2 107 km
1991 Sina Category 4 42 km
1987 Raja Category 2 253 km
1986 Martin Category 1 256 km
1985 Hina Category 4 136 km
1985 Nigel Category 3 104 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 9 km
1975 FIJI ISLANDS Eruption + Earthquake 0.3 m 59 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nabukelevu (102 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nabukelevu Lava dome(s) 805 m (2,641 ft) 1660 102 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 11.2 in
February 80°F (27°C) 10.4 in Warmest
March 80°F (27°C) 13.4 in Wettest
April 79°F (26°C) 13.2 in
May 76°F (25°C) 9.4 in
June 75°F (24°C) 5.9 in
July 73°F (23°C) 5.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 5.9 in
September 74°F (23°C) 6.2 in
October 76°F (24°C) 7.2 in
November 77°F (25°C) 7.5 in
December 79°F (26°C) 8.6 in

Navua has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 73°F in July to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 104.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (13.4") and July the driest (5.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Navua

Institution Type Founded Website
Marist Brothers Novitiate College
Rampur College College

Schools in Navua

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Vashist Muni Primary & Secondary School
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Radio Stations near Navua

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Navua

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Navua Market
Vakabalea Market Stalls

Hotels in Navua

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club Oceanus Resort
Lagoon Hotel
Lagoon Resort
Pearl Hotel
Uprising Beach Ressort
Uprising Hotel

Restaurants in Navua

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Grace Garden
Lesuva Mai Restaurant
Sunny Pizza

Bus Stations in Navua

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Navua - Sunbeam Bus
Pacific Transport bus stop

Gas Stations in Navua

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auckland Enterprises Fiji
FJ #3276702811
Mobil
Pacific Energy Fuel Station

Banks in Navua

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank South Pacific
BSP
BSP

Airports Near Navua

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nadi International AirportNANLarge Airport
Nausori International AirportSUVLarge Airport
Ba AirportSmall Airport
Levuka AirfieldLEVSmall Airport
Nanuku AirportPHRSmall Airport
Vatulele AirportVTFSmall Airport

Post Offices in Navua

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Navua Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Navua

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Holy Spirit Parish
Navua Seventh Day Adventist Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Fiji

🇫🇯 About Fiji

Capital Suva
Population 883,483
Area 18,270 km²
GDP (USD) $5,476,673,518
GDP per capita $5,926
HDI 0.731
Life expectancy 67.3 years
Internet users 79.4%
Urban population 58.6%
Currency FJD (Dollar)
Languages English, Fijian, Fiji Hindi
Calling code +679
TLD .fj
Driving side left

Volcanoes Near Navua

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Nabukelevu Lava dome(s) 805 m 1660

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Frequently Asked Questions About Navua

What is the population of Navua?

Navua has a population of 5,812 residents and is located in Fiji. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 879.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Navua?

Navua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 150 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 104.0 inches.

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