THE KIRIBATI GROUP AND BANABA:

Gusty Wind Advisory #30:

A gusty wind advisory 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 0600am Saturday 25 July 2026 and valid until 6pm.

Situation: A trough of low pressure continues to affect the Kiribati Group and Banaba.

Kiribati group and Banaba:

Gentle to moderate westerly winds of 06-15kt. Fresh at times

Moderate seas.

For Makin and Butaritari:

Today: Cloudy with light to moderate showers and heavy at times.

Tonight: Occasional showers and heavy at times.

For Marakei, Abaiang, Tarawa and Maiana:

Today: Cloudy with isolated light to moderate showers.

Tonight: Cloudy with isolated light to moderate showers

 For Kuria, Aranuka and Abemama:

Today: Cloudy with isolated light showers

Tonight: Cloudy with isolated light showers.

For Nonouti, Tabiteuea, Beru and Nikunau:

Today: Partly cloudy with isolated light showers.

Tonight: Cloudy with brief to light showers.

For Onotoa, Tamana & Arorae:

Today: Partly cloudy with isolated brief showers.

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated brief showers.

For Banaba:

Today: Cloudy with isolated brief showers.

Tonight: Cloudy with isolated brief showers.

Moon Phase:

4 days after First Quarter.

Tide Predictions:

High and Low Tides: