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Sigatoka, Fiji
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Sigatoka is a small city in Western, Fiji with a population of 17,622. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sigatoka
Sigatoka is a town in Fiji. It is on the island of Viti Levu at the mouth of the Sigatoka River, for which it is named, some 61 kilometres from Nadi. Its population at the 2017 census was 17,622. It is the principal urban centre for the province of Nadroga-Navosa.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,622 |
| Population Density | 58 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.1431°, 177.5069° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Fiji |
| Country | 🇫🇯 Fiji |
| State / Province | Western |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 87.1 inches (2,211 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sigatoka
Sigatoka is a small city in Fiji (Western) with a population of 17,622. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Fiji.
Climate in Sigatoka
Sigatoka has an average annual temperature of 26.1°C (79°F). The hottest month is Feb (27.6°C), the coldest is Aug (24.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2183 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.2°F |
| 41% above Fiji avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 179 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 303.2 sq mi (785.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 58/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -18.1431°N, 177.5069°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 | 75 km |
| 1975 | FIJI ISLANDS | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 117 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nabukelevu (120 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nabukelevu | Lava dome(s) | 805 m (2,641 ft) | 1660 | 120 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 11.3 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 10.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 13.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 8.7 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 5.6 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 5.1 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 6.1 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 9.0 in |
Sigatoka has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 72°F in July to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 87.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (13.3") and July the driest (3.0").
Schools in Sigatoka
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sigatoka District School | — | — | — | — |
| Conua District School | — | — | — | — |
| Kulukulu Public School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sigatoka
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Sigatoka
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sigatoka Market |
Hotels in Sigatoka
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sigatoka
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sigatoka
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sigatoka
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sigatoka
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sigatoka
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Sigatoka
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sigatoka
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sigatoka
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nadi International Airport | NAN | Large Airport |
| Ba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malolo Lailai Island Airport | PTF | Small Airport |
| Mana Island Airport | MNF | Small Airport |
| Nanuku Airport | PHR | Small Airport |
| Vatulele Airport | VTF | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sigatoka
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Sigatoka Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sigatoka
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Anglican Church | |
| Hare Rama Temple | |
| Lawai Methodist Churh | |
| Mandir | |
| Methodist church | |
| Nacocolevu Methodist Church | |
| Naduri Methodist Church | |
| Nakabuta Methodist Church | |
| Sigatoka Masjid |
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What is the population of Sigatoka?
Sigatoka has a population of 17,622 residents and is located in Fiji. The population density is 58 people per square mile, spread across 303.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sigatoka?
Sigatoka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 179 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.1 inches.