Fiji to experience highest tides of the year today and tomorrow

Fiji is set to experience some of the highest tides of 2025 today and tomorrow at several major wharves.

Today, the highest tide will occur at Vatia Wharf in Ba at 5.24pm, reaching a height of 2.23 metres.

Tomorrow, high tides are expected at Lautoka Wharf at around 6.25pm with a maximum height of 2.40 metres, at Port Denarau Wharf at 6.27pm with a height of 2.27 metres, and at Suva Wharf at 6.40pm with a height of 2.15 metres.

The Nadi Weather Office has issued safety messages, advising residents to plan their activities to avoid the peak high-tide period if launching or landing boats, diving, swimming near shoreline structures, or performing work along the coast.

People are advised to exercise caution when anchoring or mooring vessels and to be aware of hazards near the shoreline, as structures normally safe at low tide may be submerged or subject to stronger currents during high tide.

Coastal infrastructure, including jetties and seawalls, may be placed under stress during these high tides, particularly if combined with swells or storm surges.

Residents are also advised that local conditions will vary, as each harbour, bay, or reef-protected area behaves differently, so they should not assume safety based on tide levels observed elsewhere.

People going out to sea are urged to stay updated with weather and marine forecasts, as wind and swell conditions can amplify the effects of high tides.

For boat launches or landings, people should aim for slack water or avoid operations during peak high tides.

Swimmers, snorkellers, and divers should enter the water when tides are favourable and remain aware of exit points.

Coastal workers are also advised to schedule tasks for lower tides to safely access structures and reduce the risk of sudden water level rise.