The weather remains mild but is expected to turn cooler later this week, says Ministry of Public Works, Transport and Meteorological Services principal climatologist Samisoni Waqavakatoga.
Mr Waqavakatoga said overnight temperatures were generally around 20 degrees Celsius across most centres.
“A noticeable cooler spell is expected from Wednesday onwards, with minimum temperatures potentially dropping to around 15 degrees Celsius in some areas over the weekend,” he said.
“This cooler period is likely to persist for several days as a southerly airflow develops behind the trough.”
He said easterly winds were currently 25 to 30 knots, with gusts up to 35 knots.
“Seas are rough to very rough, with moderate southerly swells affecting marine areas.
“Strong winds are expected to persist through today (Monday) and tomorrow (today) gradually easing by later Wednesday as the trough moves eastwards.”
He said mariners should expect rough to very rough seas until at least late Wednesday, with gradual improvement as conditions ease.
“Another episode of strong winds is expected from Friday through to early next week.”
He said Fiji remained under El Niño watch.
“El Niño periods significantly affect Fiji by bringing reduced rainfall, hotter temperatures, and an increased risk of droughts, particularly in the country’s dry zones.
Mr Waqavakatoga said the effects of El Niño were not immediate because the atmosphere took time to respond to ocean changes.
