Overview
Weather and Climate Services for Kiribati
The Kiribati Meteorological Service (KMS) is the national meteorological authority responsible for monitoring and providing information on weather, climate, ocean and atmospheric conditions affecting Kiribati.
Serving communities across the Gilbert, Phoenix and Line Islands, KMS provides timely and reliable information to help protect lives and property and support informed decision-making.
Through its observation networks and forecasting services, KMS monitors changing weather and climate conditions and provides forecasts, warnings, advisories and climate information to the public, government agencies and key sectors throughout Kiribati.
Supporting a Safer and More Climate-Resilient Kiribati
KMS plays an important role in disaster risk reduction, public safety and climate resilience. Weather and climate information supports aviation, maritime transport, fisheries, agriculture, water resources, infrastructure, health and emergency management.
For a country consisting of widely dispersed and low-lying islands, access to accurate and timely weather and climate information is essential for preparedness, planning and sustainable development.
Our Services
Essential meteorological, climate and ocean information for communities, government agencies and decision-makers across Kiribati.
Weather Forecasting
Daily and extended weather forecasts for islands throughout Kiribati.
Warnings & Advisories
Early information on severe and potentially hazardous weather conditions.
Climate Services
Climate monitoring, seasonal outlooks, rainfall information and climate data.
Marine & Ocean Services
Information on winds, waves, sea conditions, tides and other ocean-related conditions.
Aviation Meteorology
Weather observations, forecasts and information supporting safe aviation operations.
Meteorological Observations
Collection and monitoring of atmospheric and weather observations across Kiribati.
Drought & Rainfall Monitoring
Rainfall monitoring and information supporting drought and water-shortage preparedness.
Climate Data & Reports
Historical observations, climate summaries and meteorological information for planning, research and decision-making.
Information for a Resilient Kiribati
KMS works to ensure communities and decision-makers have access to timely and reliable information to prepare for hazardous weather, understand climate conditions and build a safer and more resilient Kiribati.
