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Tarawa Climate by Month

Tarawa has relatively stable weather with warm temperatures. It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

With minimal seasonal shifts, Tarawa experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C in June to a comfortable 29°C in the coolest month, March. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 26°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Tarawa has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1994 mm of rainfall per year. The climate in Tarawa shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in March, with an average of 240 mm of precipitation over 22 rainy days.

In contrast, October offers drier and sunnier days, with around 102 mm of rainfall over 20 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Tarawa ranges from 28°C in January to 29°C in February.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Tarawa in Kiribati

Tarawa has high temperatures year round ranging between 29°C and 29°C.
Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Tarawa?
    October has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Tarawa?
    The coolest month is March with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Tarawa?
    March tops the wettest month list with 240 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Tarawa?
    October is the driest month with 102 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Tarawa

    Sun   Dec 15
    32°C | 27°C
    NE 22 km/h
    5.4 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    32°C | 30°C
    NE 22 km/h
    1.5 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    33°C | 30°C
    E 22 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain