Bairiki weather in May (Kiribati)

What does the weather outlook for Bairiki look like in May? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Bairiki includes high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 30°C, while night temperatures can drop to 27°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.

Precipitation

Bairiki in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 159 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 20 days of rain are anticipated.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Bairiki. February, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, March, April and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bairiki climate page with graphs.

 

Bairiki, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 27°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Water Temperature 29°C *  

Chance of Rain 67%  

Precipitation 159 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Data from: Tarawa, Kiribati (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in Kiribati in May

Find out more about the weather in Kiribati and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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