Nausori International Airport

NFNA / SUV

Nausori, FJ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 57 min ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
4,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR NFNA 041600Z VRB02KT 9999 SCT020 BKN045 25/25 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 17 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 4,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,017 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,517 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF NFNA 041110Z 0412/0512 VRB02KT 9999 FEW020 BKN045 PROB40 TEMPO 0502/0506 5000 TSRA BKN015 FEW018CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:57Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
02:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+10h
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 7,047 ft 148 ft ASP 109° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - NFNA

3,977 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.4%
MVFR
25.1%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0.3%

Nausori International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 19.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 15°C to 53°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, December, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 17 kt
Calm Winds: 19.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.4%
NE
12.6%
E
25.7%
SE
8.3%
S
6.3%
SW
2.1%
W
9.1%
NW
8.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.5°C
Range: 15°C to 53°C
15°C 53°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

February December January

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 3,977 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 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

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
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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.