Kiribati weather in May
Are you planning a trip to Kiribati in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Kiribati in May?
May in Kiribati generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.
You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C and nighttime temperatures around 27°C in Bairiki. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Arorae with an average of 133 mm to high rainfall in Tarawa with 160 mm.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Kiribati in May, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Kiribati climate page.
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Average weather in Bairiki
In May Bairiki generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Tarawa
In May Tarawa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Arorae
In May Arorae generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Banaba
In May Banaba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Kiribati?
We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Kiribati. Typically, the climate in Bairiki is tolerable. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, February, May, June, July, August, September, October and November provide tolerable weather in Bairiki.
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