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Vaileka

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Updated Sunday, November 1, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Should I visit Vaileka?

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Travelers visiting Vaileka can explore local markets, historical sites like the tomb of Ratu Udre Udre, and scenic drives along the Kings Road on Viti Levu island.

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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Vaileka month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Vaileka are typically June, July and September, with average daytime highs around 27–27°C. January is usually the warmest month (average high 29°C), August the coldest (average low 21°C), and February the wettest (about 379 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January29.424.135110.0
February29.424.43799.3
March28.924.13358.8
April28.923.92129.8
May27.822.71039.5
June27.121.9819.6
July26.821.56010.0
August26.821.19910.2
September27.421.66210.9
October28.222.412410.6
November28.823.014410.8
December29.223.731710.0

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People and places shaping Vaileka

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Research updated Tuesday, October 27, 2026
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Past and future events in Vaileka

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Past · documented context

Previously

  1. Official commencement of operations at Vaileka House

    Official operations commenced at Vaileka House on Monday 6th July 2010.

Current public leadership

  • Sailosi Sawana

    Chief Executive of the Rakiraki Town Council, who addressed local flooding issues related to Vaileka Creek.

  • Uraia Waqa

    Chairman of the Rakiraki Local Government Authority who called for Vaileka to be officially incorporated as a Town.

People associated with this place

  • Samresan Pillay

    Former Indo-Fijian soldier, teacher, and politician who served in the House of Representatives representing the Tavua/Vaileka Indian Communal constituency.

Historical figures

  • Ratu Udre Udre

    19th-century cannibal chief whose tomb is located close to the township of Vaileka.

Local business and employers

  • Vaileka Funeral Directors

    A funeral and hearse service provider established in the area with assistance from the Fiji Development Bank.

  • Penang Sugar Mill

    Sugar mill operated by the Fiji Sugar Corporation located on the banks of the Penang River outside Vaileka.

Newspapers and local media

  • The Fiji Times

    A newspaper reporting on local developments, town status proposals, and issues in Vaileka and Rakiraki.

Buildings and landmarks

  • Vaileka Creek

    A local water body in Rakiraki Town linked to recurring flooding challenges due to lack of desilting.

  • Vaileka House

    A local building where official operations commenced in July 2010.

  • Nakauvadra Range

    A renowned mountain range associated with Fijian mythology visible from the Rakiraki district including Vaileka.

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01 · Overview

Vaileka, in brief

Vaileka is mapped here through verified geographic facts and source-linked daily data. Its longer editorial profile is in the enrichment queue.

02 · History

How Vaileka took shape

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03 · Visit

Visiting Vaileka

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04 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Vaileka

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05 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Vaileka

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06 · Economy

Work and the economy in Vaileka

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Vaileka

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08 · Questions

Questions about Vaileka

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Frequently Asked Questions about Vaileka

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01 · Q&A

Where is Vaileka located and what are its coordinates?

Vaileka is situated in Fiji at geographic coordinates -17.3789, 178.1533, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Vaileka?

Vaileka has a recorded population of approximately 5,964 and observes the Pacific/Fiji time zone.

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Vaileka?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Vaileka include EN-FJ, FJ, with FJD used for local transactions.

04 · Q&A

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