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Vaileka, Fiji
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Vaileka is a small city in Western, Fiji with a population of 5,964. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Vaileka
Vaileka, commonly known as Rakiraki Town, is an urban centre in Fiji, in the Rakiraki region of Ra Province. It had a population of 3,361 at the 1996 census, the last to date. It is not officially a "town," however: that term is legally reserved for urban centres with organized municipal governments. The status of the area may be changed. The Fiji Times reported on 4 October 2006 that Uraia Waqa, Chairman of the Rakiraki Local Government Authority, had called for Vaileka to be officially incorporated as a Town, to be known as Rakiraki Town, in order to attract government investment. Local Government and Urban Development Minister Chaitanya Lakshman was reported to be sympathetic to the proposal.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,964 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.3789°, 178.1533° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Fiji |
| Country | 🇫🇯 Fiji |
| State / Province | Western |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 100.8 inches (2,560 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Vaileka
Vaileka is a small city in Fiji (Western) with a population of 5,964. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 100.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Fiji.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.6°F |
| 42% above Fiji avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 156 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 999.0 sq mi (2,587.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.3789°N, 178.1533°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 | 103 km |
| 1975 | FIJI ISLANDS | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 148 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nabukelevu (195 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nabukelevu | Lava dome(s) | 805 m (2,641 ft) | 1660 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 12.9 in | |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 11.5 in | Warmest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 14.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 11.5 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 6.4 in | |
| June | 74°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 7.6 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 9.1 in |
Vaileka has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 73°F in August to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 100.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (14.3") and July the driest (3.9").
Schools in Vaileka
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rakiraki District School | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Vaileka
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vaileka
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Vaileka
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nadi International Airport | NAN | Large Airport |
| Nausori International Airport | SUV | Large Airport |
| Ba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Levuka Airfield | LEV | Small Airport |
| Yasawa Island Airport | YAS | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vaileka
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Foursquare Ministries |
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What is the population of Vaileka?
Vaileka has a population of 5,964 residents and is located in Fiji. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 999.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vaileka?
Vaileka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 156 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 100.8 inches.