THE KIRIBATI GROUP AND BANABA:

Swell Advisory #01:

A southeast swell advisory is now in force for the southern islands in the Kiribati group, mostly Tamana and Arorae Islands. The public is advised to take precautions to minimize possible threats.

Spring tide Advisory #04:

Tide predictions indicate a high tide of 2.84m at 05:47am, today, Thursday 16th July 2026. Coastal residents are advised to take the necessary precautions to minimize potential impacts.

Strong Wind Warning #12:

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 0520am Thursday 16^th July 2026 and valid until 6pm.

Situation: Associated clouds from troughs of low pressure continue to affect the Kiribati Group and Banaba.

Kiribati group:

Light to moderate NW-SW winds of 03-15kts. Fresh at times

Slight to moderate seas.

For Makin and Butaritari:

Today: Partly cloudy with light to moderate showers.

Tonight: Partly cloudy with moderate showers.

For Marakei, Abaiang, Tarawa and Maiana:

Today: Partly cloudy with isolated light to moderate showers.

Tonight: Partly cloudy with moderate showers.

 For Kuria, Aranuka and Abemama:

Today: Partly cloudy with isolated light showers.

Tonight: Partly cloudy with light to moderate showers.

For Nonouti, Tabiteuea, Beru and Nikunau:

Today: Partly cloudy apart from isolated light showers.

Tonight: Fine apart from partly cloudy with isolated light showers.

For Onotoa, Tamana & Arorae:

Today: Partly cloudy with isolated light showers.

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated light to moderate showers.

For Banaba:

Light to moderate SW-NW winds of 03-12kts.

Sligh to moderate seas.

Today: Partly cloudy with isolated light showers.

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated light showers.

Moon Phase:

2 days after the new moon.

Tide Predictions:

High and Low Tides: