Standard TimeFJT |
UTC+12 |
Daylight Saving Time
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UTC+13 |
IANA Time Zone |
Pacific/Fiji |
LAUTOKA time compared to Beijing time (China) |
4 hours behind |
About Lautoka, Fiji
Located on the western coast of Viti Levu, the main island of Fiji, Lautoka is the second largest city in Fiji and is known as the "Sugar City". As the administrative and commercial center of the Western Region, the city's economy is centered on the sugar industry, with the largest sugar mill in the South Pacific.
Location and Climate
Lautoka is situated in a natural deep-water harbor facing the Mamanuca Islands and enjoys a tropical maritime climate with an average annual temperature of approximately 25°C. The city is surrounded by a dormant volcano, the Mamanuca Islands. The city's backdrop of Mount Koroyanitu, a dormant volcano, creates a unique landscape of mountains and sea, and is an important gateway to the Yasawas.
Cultural and Tourist Characteristics
Lautoka retains a strong Indo-Fijian cultural fusion character, and the resorts of Vidava Coral Coast and easy access to Nadi International Airport make it a popular tourist stopover. Visitors can experience traditional kava ceremonies, explore sugar cane plantations, or head to neighboring Natadola Beach to enjoy scuba diving.
Economic Development
In addition to the sugar industry, Lautoka Harbor is one of Fiji's major foreign trading ports, exporting sugar, coconut products and timber. Tourism has grown rapidly in recent years, leading to growth in the hotel and service sector, which has been a key driver in the diversification of the Western Region's economy.
LAUTOKA Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2026-02-26
Sunrise Time
07:08
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19:37
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