THE KIRIBATI GROUP AND BANABA:

Rainfall Advisory level #01:

A moderate rainfall is expected over the Kiribati group and Banaba. The public is advised to take necessary precautions to minimize potential risks.

Strong Wind Warning #06:

A strong wind warning remains in force for the Kiribati group and Banaba, especially in areas affected by convective clouds. The public is advised to take precautions to reduce possible threats. 

The weather forecast for the Kiribati group and Banaba issued at 0504pm, Sunday 12^th July 2026 and valid until 6am.

Situation: Troughs of low pressure located northwest and south of the Kiribati Group continue to affect the Kiribati Islands and Banaba.

Kiribati group and Banaba:

Light to moderate westerly to northerly winds of 02-16kt. Fresh at times.

Slight to moderate seas

For Makin and Butaritari:

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated light showers.

Tomorrow: Partly cloudy.

For Marakei, Abaiang, Tarawa and Maiana:

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated brief showers.

Tomorrow: Partly cloudy with isolated light showers.

 For Kuria, Aranuka and Abemama:

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated brief showers.

Tomorrow: Sunny apart from isolated brief showers.

For Nonouti, Tabiteuea, Beru and Nikunau:

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated brief showers.

Tomorrow: Partly cloudy with isolated light showers.

For Onotoa, Tamana & Arorae:

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated light showers.

Tomorrow: Partly cloudy with isolated light showers.

For Banaba:

Tonight: Partly cloudy.

Tomorrow: Fine apart from isolated brief showers

Moon Phase:

2 days before the new moon.

Tide Predictions:

High and Low Tides: