Tarawa Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Tarawa, Kiribati, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 29°C (84°F), peaking in June at 30°C (86°F) and dipping in March to 29°C (84°F).
The city receives considerable rainfall, with around 1994 mm (79 in) annually. March is the wettest month. It has a distinct rainy season from December to April.
Monthly Temperature in Tarawa
With minimal seasonal shifts, Tarawa experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C (86°F) in June to a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in the coolest month, March.
Nights vary from 27°C (81°F) in June to around 26°C (79°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Tarawa
Tarawa has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1994 mm (79 in) of rainfall per year. The climate in Tarawa shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in March, the wettest month, with an average of 240 mm (9.4 in) of precipitation over 22 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month October offers drier and sunnier days, with around 102 mm (4 in) of rainfall over 20 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Tarawa Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Water Temperature in Tarawa
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 28°C (82°F) in January to 29°C (84°F) in February.
Water temperature over the year
Tarawa 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Tarawa
With its warm weather, Tarawa experiences temperatures from 29°C (84°F) to 30°C (86°F) throughout the year. October offers the driest weather, which makes it a good time to visit.It's smart to plan your activities during the cooler morning hours or take advantage of the refreshing evenings.
Note that January, February, March, April, June and December make up the rainy season, with heavier precipitation expected. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
