THE KIRIBATI GROUP AND BANABA:

Swell Advisory #05:

A southeast swell advisory remains in force for the southern islands in the Kiribati group, mostly Tamana and Arorae Islands. The public is advised to take precautions to minimize possible threats.

Strong Wind Warning #16:

A strong wind warning 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. 

Amended public weather forecast for Kiribati group and Banaba.

Issued: 0600am, Saturday 18^th July 2026.

Valid until: 6pm.

Situation: Two troughs lie to the north and south of the Kiribati group, with associated cloud and showers affecting most parts of the group.

Kiribati group:

Wind: Gentle to moderate northwesterly to northeasterly (06-16 kts). Gusty at times.

Seas: Rough.

For Makin and Butaritari:

Today: Cloudy with isolated brief showers.

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated brief showers.

For Marakei, Abaiang, Tarawa and Maiana:

Today: Partly cloudy in the morning becoming cloudy with occasional showers later.

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated brief shower.

For Kuria, Aranuka and Abemama:

Today: Cloudy with isolated light to moderate showers.

Tonight: Cloudy with isolated light shower.

For Nonouti, Tabiteuea, Beru and Nikunau:

Today: Cloudy with isolated brief showers.

Tonight: Cloudy with isolated light showers.

For Onotoa, Tamana & Arorae:

Today: Cloudy with isolated light shower.

Tonight: Occasional showers.

Banaba:

Wind: Gentle to moderate northwesterly (06-16 kts), fresh at times.

Seas: Rough.

Today: Cloudy with occasional rain.

Tonight: Cloudy with occasional showers.

Moon Phase:

3 days before First Quarter.   

Tide Predictions:

High and Low Tides: