Matagi Island
Island Private island resort area in Fiji's Northern Division
A private island in Fiji’s northern division known for coral reefs and snorkeling; visitors stay at small resorts or take boat trips from Vanua Levu to access reef sites.
Tips for Visiting Matagi Island #
- Book transfers through Savusavu well in advance - Matagi is a private island resort and most visitors arrive by scheduled seaplane or boat from Savusavu, so coordinating times with the resort prevents long waits and missed connections.
- Plan water activities for first thing in the morning when winds tend to be light and visibility for snorkeling is best; the reef and drop-offs are at their clearest before afternoon chop increases.
- If you want quieter time on the beaches and priority for guided snorkel/diving trips, consider staying overnight rather than taking a day visit - the island operates at low capacity and day trips can cluster around the same transfer times.
Best Time to Visit Matagi Island #
Best visited in Fiji's dry season (May-October) for calmer seas, lower rainfall and easier access to water activities.
Weather & Climate near Matagi Island #
Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (2420 mm/year), wettest in March.
January
January is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 25°C. Heavy rain (304 mm).
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February
February is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 26°C. Heavy rain (276 mm).
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March
March is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (315 mm).
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April
April is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 25°C. Heavy rain (283 mm).
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May
May is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (162 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm).
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July
July is warm with highs of 26°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 26°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm).
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September
September is warm with highs of 26°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm).
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October
October is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (176 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 25°C. Heavy rain (236 mm).
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