Kiribati

Kiribati Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kiribati in May.

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Eita Bairiki Tarawa Banaba

Considering a trip to Kiribati this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Kiribati in May

May in Kiribati generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) 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.

For a closer look at conditions across Kiribati, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Arorae with an average of 133 mm (5.2 in) to high rainfall in Eita with 160 mm (6.3 in).

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January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March29°C (84°F) April29°C (84°F) May30°C (86°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November30°C (86°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kiribati in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Kiribati.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Kiribati

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Kiribati?

Temperature range in Kiribati (May)

Precipitation variation in Kiribati (May)

Bairiki

In May Bairiki generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
228 mm (9 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
good
Climate in Bairiki →

Eita

In May Eita generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
230 mm (9.1 in)
160 mm (6.3 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
good
Climate in Eita →

Tarawa

In May Tarawa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
229 mm (9 in)
160 mm (6.3 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
good
Climate in Tarawa →

Arorae

In May Arorae generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
good
good
good
Climate in Arorae →

Banaba

In May Banaba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
215 mm (8.5 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
good
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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kiribati in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Eita 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)
Bairiki 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)
Tarawa 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)
Banaba 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)
Arorae 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)

Kiribati weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kiribati in May?

In May, Kiribati generally has mixed weather conditions. Bairiki sees daytime temperatures near 30°C (86°F), with nights cooling to roughly 27°C (81°F).

What is the average temperature in Kiribati in May?

Bairiki averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 27°C (81°F).

Does Kiribati get a lot of rain in May?

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Kiribati. Average rainfall in Bairiki sits around 159 mm (6.3 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Kiribati?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Kiribati with often good weather in Bairiki.

Generally speaking, February provides good weather in Bairiki.

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