Weather Forecast – Kiribati Group & Banaba

The weather forecast for the Kiribati group and Banaba issued at 0330am Saturday 17th January 2026 and valid until 6 pm. 

Situation:  A weak Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone remains north of the Northern Islands, and a trough of low pressure lies far west of the Northern Islands and lies south of the southern Islands and may affect some parts of the Northern and Southern Islands.

Kiribati group and Banaba:

Gentle NE winds of 6-10kts.

Slight to moderate seas.

For Makin and Butaritari:

Today: Fine apart afternoon light showers.

Tonight: Cloudy with occasional light showers.

For Marakei, Abaiang, Tarawa and Maiana:

Today: Cloudy period.

Tonight: Fine weather.

 For Kuria, Aranuka and Abemama:

Today: Mostly sunny.

Tonight: Fine weather.

For Nonouti, Tabiteuea, Beru and Nikunau:

Today: Cloudy period.

Tonight: Mostly cloudy.

For Onotoa, Tamana & Arorae:

Today: Cloudy period.

Tonight: Fine weather.

For Banaba:

Today: Cloudy period with morning isolated brief showers.

Tonight: Fine weather. 

Moon Phase:

2 days before new moon.

Tide Predictions:

High and Low Tides: