Nausori International Airport

NFNA / SUV

Nausori, FJ

Last Updated
May 14, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
13 kt
100°
10+ km
Visibility
1,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR NFNA 142200Z 10013KT 9999 BKN018 BKN042 27/24 Q1013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 17 ft
BKN 1,800 ft AGL
BKN 4,200 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,817 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,217 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Nausori International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 13 knots. Runway 10/28 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1800 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 02:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF NFNA 141703Z 1418/1518 14007KT 9999 -SHRA SCT020 BKN045 PROB40 TEMPO 1502/1506 5000 TSRA BKN015 FEW018CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
Light Showers Rain
02:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FNA
10 ✈️
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
7,047 ft 148 ft ASP 109°
13.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - NFNA

5,516 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.6%
MVFR
25.1%
IFR
0.1%
LIFR
0.2%

Nausori International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 20.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 15°C to 79°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, December, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 17 kt
Calm Winds: 20.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.4%
NE
14.2%
E
27.5%
SE
8.5%
S
5.3%
SW
1.9%
W
8.7%
NW
7.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.8°C
Range: 15°C to 79°C
15°C 79°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

February December March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 5,516 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nausori International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: NFNA
IATA Code: SUV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 17 ft MSL

Location

City: Nausori
Country: FJ
Latitude: -18.043301°
Longitude: 178.559006°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-12

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 7,047 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Nausori International Airport

Overview

Nausori International Airport serves the Fiji region as a medium-sized airport located at coordinates -18.043301, 178.559006. Situated at a low elevation of 17 ft MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and connectivity. Its single runway 10/28 spans 7,047 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Nausori are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 72.4% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Prevailing winds from the east (90°) average 6.6 knots, with occasional peaks up to 17 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 15°C to 53°C, with an average of 25.1°C, which pilots should consider for performance planning.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic positioning in the South Pacific introduces unique meteorological characteristics. With minimal fog occurrence (0.4% of observations) and consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles, Nausori offers reliable visual navigation conditions. The surrounding terrain and coastal environment likely contribute to the stable wind patterns observed.

Approach Considerations

Runway 10/28 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind component of only 3.1 knots. December, January, and September represent the best months for VFR operations, offering optimal flying conditions. Pilots can expect predictable wind patterns from the east, facilitating straightforward approach and landing procedures.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.