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.

Gusty wind Advisory #17:

Gusty winds remain possible over the Kiribati group and Banaba, particularly in areas affected by showers and thunderstorms. The public is advised to take precautionary measures to minimize potential hazards.

Public Weather Forecast for Kiribati group and Banaba.

Issued: 0420pm Thursday 25th June 2026.

Valid until: 06am Friday 26th June 2026.

Situation:  An active trough of low pressure remains slow-moving over the Kiribati group, with associated clouds affecting both the Kiribati group and Banaba.

Kiribati group:

Winds: Light to moderate westerly (05-15 kt), fresh at times

Seas: Moderate.

For Makin and Butaritari:

Tonight: Cloudy with isolated light showers.

Tomorrow: Cloudy with isolated light showers.

For Marakei, Abaiang, Tarawa and Maiana:

Tonight: Cloudy with occasional showers easing later.

Tomorrow: Cloudy with light showers becoming more frequent in the afternoon.

For Kuria, Aranuka and Abemama:

Tonight: Cloudy with occasional showers.

Tomorrow: Showers continuing.

For Nonouti, Tabiteuea, Beru and Nikunau:

Tonight: Cloudy with occasional showers.

Tomorrow: Occasional showers and heavy at times.

For Onotoa, Tamana & Arorae:

Tonight: Cloudy with occasional showers easing later.

Tomorrow: Occasional showers.

Banaba:

Winds: Light to moderate westerly (05-15 kt). Fresh at times.

Seas: Moderate.

Tonight: Cloudy with occasional showers, heavy at times and few thunderstorms.

Tomorrow: Cloudy with isolated light to moderate showers.

Moon Phase:

3 days after first quarter.

Tide Predictions:

High and Low Tides: