Sigatoka sand dunes
Area Coastal sand dunes and archaeological site
The Sigatoka Sand Dunes National Park on Viti Levu preserves coastal dunes, archaeological sites and native flora; visitors hike shifting sand trails, view ancient pottery finds and picnic by the river mouth.
The Sigatoka Sand Dunes are a coastal dune system on the southwest coast of Viti Levu, Fiji, located near the town of Sigatoka. The area is recognised for its extensive sand dunes and for containing archaeological and ecological features of local importance.
Marked walking trails cross the dunes and allow visitors to explore the shifting sand formations and coastal vegetation. Walks offer views over the mouth of the Sigatoka River and the nearby coastline; the terrain is sandy and can be steep in places, so sturdy footwear is recommended.
The dune system was formed by long-term coastal sand accumulation and by sediment carried by the Sigatoka River. The area has been managed for conservation to protect both its geological features and identified archaeological remains.
The dunes sit on the southwest shore of Viti Levu in Fiji’s Western division, close to the town of Sigatoka and the river mouth of the Sigatoka River. The landscape around the site is coastal with a mix of beach, river delta and agricultural land inland.
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Sigatoka sand dunes's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 20°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1724 mm/year), wettest in March.
January
January is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (235 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (217 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (267 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (177 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (156 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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