THE KIRIBATI GROUP AND BANABA:

Gusty Wind Advisory #34:

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. 

Public weather forecast for the Northern Line islands and Phoenix group.

Issued: 0500am, Monday 27th July 2026.

Valid until: Today at 6pm.

Situation: Troughs of low pressure situated North and South of the Kiribati group continues to affect the Kiribati Group.

Kiribati group and Banaba:

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

Moderate to rough seas.

For Makin and Butaritari:

Today: Cloudy with moderate showers.

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated light showers.

For Marakei, Abaiang, Tarawa and Maiana:

Today: Partly cloudy with isolated light to moderate showers.

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated light showers

 For Kuria, Aranuka and Abemama:

Today: Sunny apart from isolated brief showers.

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated light showers.

For Nonouti, Tabiteuea, Beru and Nikunau:

Today: Sunny apart from isolated brief showers.

Tonight: Partly cloudy.

For Onotoa, Tamana & Arorae:

Today: Partly cloudy with isolated brief showers.

Tonight: Partly cloudy.

For Banaba:

Today: Mostly fine.

Tonight: Partly cloudy.

Moon Phase:

3 days before Full moon.

Tide Predictions:

High and Low Tides: