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 #03:

A strong wind warning is now in force for the Kiribati Group and Banaba, particularly in areas affected by convective clouds. The public is advised to take the necessary precautionary measures to minimize the risk of injury and property damage.

Public weather forecast for Kiribati group and Banaba.

Issued: 0600am, Saturday 11^th July 2026.

Valid until: 6pm.

Situation: A trough of low pressure remains slow-moving over the Kiribati group with associated clouds affecting most parts of the group and Banaba.

Kiribati group:

Wind: Gentle to moderate southwesterly to westerly (06-16 kts). Fresh at times.

Seas: Moderate to rough.

For Makin and Butaritari:

Today: Cloudy with occasional showers.

Tonight: Cloudy with isolated light showers.

For Marakei, Abaiang, Tarawa and Maiana:

Today: Cloudy with light showers, moderate at times.

Tonight: Cloudy with isolated light shower.

For Kuria, Aranuka and Abemama:

Today: Cloudy with light showers, moderate at times.

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated brief shower.

For Nonouti, Tabiteuea, Beru and Nikunau:

Today: Cloudy with isolated light shower.

Tonight: Partly cloudy isolated brief shower.

For Onotoa, Tamana & Arorae:

Today: Partly cloudy with isolated light shower.

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated brief showers.

Banaba:

Wind: Light to moderate southeasterly (05-15 kts). Fresh at times.

Seas: Moderate.

Today: Cloudy with occasional showers.

Tonight: Fine apart from isolated light showers.

Moon Phase:

3 days after Last Quarter.   

Tide Predictions:

High and Low Tides: