Forecasters are closely monitoring a tropical low, which could bring adverse weather conditions to Fiji from Thursday, depending on its development and movement over the coming days.
The system is currently located near Vanuatu in the South Pacific Ocean and, at this stage, has a low chance of developing into a tropical cyclone within the next 24 hours.
However, meteorologists say areas of interest continue to persist across the Coral Sea region, increasing the need for close monitoring.
Weather models indicate that tropical low could strengthen later this week as it tracks near Vanuatu and New Caledonia.
The system currently carries a moderate chance of development within the next seven days, with potential impacts extending across parts of the southwest Pacific.
Fiji is among the countries within the broader watch area, alongside the Solomon Islands, Vanuatu and New Caledonia.
While it is too early to determine the exact track or intensity, forecasters warn that the system could influence regional weather patterns even if it does not reach cyclone strength.
For Fiji, this could mean an increase in rainfall, gusty winds, rough seas and possible squally conditions from Thursday onwards, particularly in coastal and maritime areas.
Any further intensification could heighten the risk of heavy rain and localised flooding.
Weather authorities say further updates and advisories will be issued as the system evolves and its potential impacts on Fiji become clearer.
