THE KIRIBATI GROUP AND BANABA:

Rainfall Advisory level #01:

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

Gusty wind Advisory #19:

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 Friday 26th June 2026.

Valid until: 06am Saturday 27th June 2026.

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

Kiribati group:

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

Seas: Moderate.

For Makin and Butaritari:

Tonight: Cloudy with isolated light showers.

Tomorrow: Cloudy with isolated light showers as well.

For Marakei, Abaiang, Tarawa and Maiana:

Tonight: Cloudy with intermittent rain.

Tomorrow: Cloudy with isolated light showers.

For Kuria, Aranuka and Abemama:

Tonight: Cloudy with intermittent rain.

Tomorrow: Partly cloudy with isolated brief showers.

For Nonouti, Tabiteuea, Beru and Nikunau:

Tonight: Cloudy with occasional showers easing later in the evening.

Tomorrow: Partly cloudy with isolated brief showers.

For Onotoa, Tamana & Arorae:

Tonight: Cloudy with isolated light showers.

Tomorrow: Partly cloudy with isolated brief showers.

Banaba:

Winds: Light to moderate westerly to southwesterly (02-12 kt). Fresh at times.

Seas: Slight to moderate.

Tonight: Cloudy with isolated light showers.

Tomorrow: Partly cloudy with isolated brief showers.

Moon Phase:

4 days before Full Moon.

Tide Predictions:

High and Low Tides: