KIRIBATI GROUP AND BANABA:

Swell Advisory #02:

A northeast swell advisory remains for the Kiribati group. The public is advised to take precautions to reduce possible impacts.

Spring Tide Advisory #06:

Tide predictions for the 03rd and 04th of March 2026 indicate sea levels of 2.80 meters and above. Residents living along the coasts are advised to take preparatory measures to eliminate possible threats.

Gusty winds Advisory #12:

A gusty winds advisory remains in force for the Kiribati group. The public is advised to take precautions to minimize possible threats.

Public weather forecast 

For: Kiribati group and Banaba.

Issued: 0430am, Monday 02^nd March 2026.

Valid until: 6pm.

Situation: The Intertropical convergence zone remains north of the Kiribati group and is expected to affect the group tonight.

Kiribati group:

Wind: Gentle to moderate easterly to southeasterly winds (06-16). Fresh at times.

Seas: Moderate.

For Makin and Butaritari:

Today: Sunny, becoming partly cloudy in the afternoon.

Tonight: Cloudy with late evening light showers.

For Marakei, Abaiang, Tarawa and Maiana:

Today: Sunny, becoming partly cloudy in the afternoon.

Tonight: Cloudy with late evening light showers.

For Kuria, Aranuka and Abemama:

Today: Sunny, becoming cloudy in the afternoon.

Tonight: Cloudy with light showers.

For Nonouti, Tabiteuea, Beru and Nikunau:

Today: Sunny apart from isolated brief showers.

Tonight: Mostly fine.

For Onotoa, Tamana & Arorae:

Today: Sunny, becoming partly cloudy in the afternoon.

Tonight: Partly cloudy with late evening brief showers.

Banaba:

Wind: Gentle to moderate easterly winds (04-16kt) becoming light in the afternoon.

Seas: Moderate becoming slight tonight.

Today: Partly cloudy.

Tonight: Mostly fine.

Moon Phase:

1 day before Full moon.   

Tide Predictions:

High and Low Tides: