Suva Weather in March

March weather in Suva

March feels hot, sticky and very wet. The high is 29°C, and humidity stays heavy, so even a short walk around central Suva can feel tiring. Rain falls on 27 days, often interrupting plans rather than washing out the whole day. February is also hot and wet; April is a little cooler and much less rainy.

You'll still have time for a museum visit or a slow lunch between showers. The Fiji Museum, in Thurston Gardens, is a good rainy-day stop. Save long walks at Colo-i-Suva Forest Park for a break in the rain; its trails can get muddy and slippery. A beach day isn't Suva's strong point in March.

Events and crowds

Holi, the Hindu festival of colours, often falls in March, though its date changes each year. Suva has a large Indo-Fijian community, so you may see celebrations around the city. Ask locally about public events before heading out, as festivities aren't always aimed at visitors.

If you hate crowds, March is usually a quieter time than Fiji's drier high season. It falls within the wet-season low season, so accommodation can cost less than in July and August. Suva is a working capital, not a resort town, so the change in visitor numbers may feel subtle.

Make the most of a wet day

Travelling with kids? The Fiji Museum gives you an easy indoor break, and Thurston Gardens is right beside it for a quick stroll when the rain eases. Keep plans flexible: showers can arrive during a city walk, and the air can feel clammy long after they pass.

For lunch, head to Suva Municipal Market for local produce and cooked food. It's a practical stop when rain disrupts outdoor plans, and a chance to try dishes such as kokoda, fish marinated in citrus and coconut milk. Check the Colo-i-Suva trails after heavy rain before setting out.