Kioa
Island Small Fiji island resettled by Tuvaluan immigrants
Kioa Island in Fiji, settled by Tuvaluan migrants, draws visitors for local island life, fishing and cultural connections to Tuvalu communities.
Kioa is a small inhabited island in Fiji’s Northern Division that is notable for being settled by migrants from the Tuvalu region in the mid-20th century. It is privately occupied and distinct from larger Fijian population centres.
The island’s main significance is as a community inhabited by descendants of those Tuvaluan settlers; visitors do not typically find major tourist infrastructure. Activities are limited and usually related to local community life and modest subsistence agriculture or fishing.
Kioa was purchased and settled by migrants from Tuvalu in the 1940s and has been inhabited by their descendants since then. The island has been part of Fiji’s administrative structure while retaining community-level local governance.
Kioa lies in Fiji’s island groupings within the Northern Division. It is a small, remote island with oceanic surroundings rather than nearby large urban centres.
- Community history: Settled in the mid-20th century by migrants from what is now Tuvalu, the island retains cultural ties to those communities.
Tips for Visiting Kioa #
- Kioa is a small, close‑knit island community settled by people originally from Tuvalu-keep visits low‑impact, respect local customs and ask before photographing people or private property.
- Arrive with transport pre‑arranged (boat or scheduled inter‑island service) and confirm schedules in advance; services are infrequent and weather can alter crossings.
- Expect very limited commercial services and card facilities-bring enough cash and supplies for your stay and plan overnight logistics before you travel.
Best Time to Visit Kioa #
May-October (the dry season) is generally the best and safest time to visit Kioa.
Weather & Climate near Kioa #
Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (2272 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 25°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (296 mm).
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February
February is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C. Heavy rain (281 mm).
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March
March is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 25°C. Heavy rain (291 mm).
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April
April is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (246 mm).
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May
May is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 26°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm).
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July
July is warm with highs of 26°C and lows of 23°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 26°C and lows of 23°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).
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September
September is warm with highs of 26°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm).
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October
October is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (226 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (225 mm).
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