Fiji Frequently Asked Questions What is the weather like? Fiji enjoys an ideal South Sea topical climate and can get hot in the summer, but seldom reaches above 35° (96°F). Trade winds from the east southeast bring year long cooling breezes late afternoon and early evening. When is the rainy season? The season for our tropical rains is from December through February coinciding with our warmest summer months. What clothing should I bring? Dress is casual and informal throughout the islands. Visitors should bring a light tropical wardrobe including golf shirts, short sleeve shirts, T-shirts, shorts and slacks for evenings. For women, summer dresses and lightweight skirts, slacks and blouses. The wraparound "sulu" (sarong) is Fiji's most distinctive form of dress for women and men. What language do the locals speak? Fiji is an English speaking country. Is the water safe to drink? Yes, fresh water reticulated in Nadi, Suva, Lautoka and other major towns has been treated and is safe to drink from the tap. It tastes good too! What "shots" do we need? Yellow fever and cholera vaccinations are only required if coming from an infected area as designated by the World Health Organization. Fiji is free from malaria and other major tropical diseases that are endemic to most tropical countries. How long is the flight? From Los Angeles, the non-stop flight is between 9.5 and 10 hours and a little longer if you have a stopover in Hawaii. Back to Fiji Main Page Back to top Home | Destinations | Gift Registry | Quotes | Contact Us | Credentials | About Us Copyright © 2005 Honeymoon Islands. All Rights Reserved.