Moala Island

Island Fijian volcanic island with villages and coral reefs

Moala Island in Fiji’s Eastern Division offers coral reefs, village visits and subsistence farming life. Travelers arrive for snorkeling, reef fishing and experiencing local Fijian customs and kava-drinking ceremonies.

Moala Island is one of the Moala Islands in Fiji’s Lau Province in the eastern part of the country. It is part of the Lau island chain and is characterised by tropical vegetation, coastal villages and a local economy based on subsistence agriculture and fishing.

Villages on the island maintain traditional Fijian lifestyles and economies, with copra, root crops and fishing as common livelihoods. Visitors may encounter village communities, local handicrafts and natural coastal scenery rather than tourist resorts.

The island lies in the eastern Fijian seascape and is accessed by inter-island boat or occasional air services from larger hubs in Fiji.

  • Island group and access: Part of the Moala subgroup within Fiji's Lau Islands and reachable by inter-island boat services from larger Fijian ports.
Moala Island
-18.5921, 179.8940

How to Get to Moala Island #

Access typically via boat transfers from Viti Levu or Lau group hubs; regional inter-island vessels and occasional charter flights connect Moala to larger Fijian centers. Confirm schedules in advance.

Tips for Visiting Moala Island #

  • Respect local customs and landowners when exploring beaches and villages.
  • Hire local guides for reef snorkeling - they know safe channels and seasonal currents.
  • If arranging boat transfers from mainland Fiji, confirm schedules carefully; services can be irregular.

Best Time to Visit Moala Island #

May-October (dry season) is the most comfortable time for visiting with lower rainfall and calmer seas.

Dry season
May-Oct · 22-28°C
Best time for beach and reef activities with lower rainfall.
Wet season
Nov-Apr · 24-31°C
Warmer and wetter; cyclone risk increases in this period.

Weather & Climate near Moala Island #

Climate

Subtropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 20°C to 29°C. Heavy rainfall (2919 mm/year), wettest in March.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
20°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (313 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
24° 28°

Weather

313 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (265 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
24° 29°

Weather

265 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 24°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (382 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
24° 28°

Weather

382 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (343 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
23° 27°

Weather

343 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (256 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
22° 26°

Weather

256 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (170 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
21° 25°

Weather

170 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
21° 24°

Weather

137 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
20° 24°

Weather

161 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (188 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
20° 24°

Weather

188 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (203 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
21° 25°

Weather

203 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is warm with highs of 26°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (276 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
22° 27°

Weather

276 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (225 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
23° 28°

Weather

225 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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