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Tavua, Fiji
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Tavua is a small city in Western, Fiji with a population of 8,810. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tavua
Tavua is a town and tikina (district) in Fiji, 91 kilometres from Nadi and 9 kilometres from the gold mining settlement of Vatukoula. It was formally incorporated as a Town in 1992 with the appointment of its first Mayor, Iliesa Vula from Tavualevu. The town covers a land area of 100 square kilometres, and had a population of 2,418 at the 1996 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,810 |
| Population Density | 228 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.4422°, 177.8622° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Fiji |
| Country | 🇫🇯 Fiji |
| State / Province | Western |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 85.4 inches (2,168 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tavua
Tavua is a small city in Fiji (Western) with a population of 8,810. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 85.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Fiji.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.2°F |
| 45% above Fiji avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 182 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 38.6 sq mi (100.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 228/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.4422°N, 177.8622°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Fiji |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | 102 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nabukelevu (187 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nabukelevu | Lava dome(s) | 805 m (2,641 ft) | 1660 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 12.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 11.1 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 13.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 8.7 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 6.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 8.3 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in |
Tavua has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 75°F in July to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 85.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (13.4") and July the driest (2.4").
Schools in Tavua
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balata High School | — | — | — | — |
| Balata Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tavua College | — | — | — | — |
Gas Stations in Tavua
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tavua
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nadi International Airport | NAN | Large Airport |
| Nausori International Airport | SUV | Large Airport |
| Ba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malolo Lailai Island Airport | PTF | Small Airport |
| Yasawa Island Airport | YAS | Small Airport |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tavua
What is the population of Tavua?
Tavua has a population of 8,810 residents and is located in Fiji. The population density is 228 people per square mile, spread across 38.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tavua?
Tavua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 182 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.4 inches.