KIRIBATI GROUP AND BANABA:

Spring Tide Advisory #02: 

Tide predictions for the 18^th and 19^th for the month of February 2026 indicate sea levels of 2.80 meters and above. Residents living along the coasts are advised to take preparatory measures to eliminate possible threats.

Swell Advisory #06:

East to Northeasterly swell advisory remains in force over the northern and southern group. The public is advised to take precautions to minimize possible threats.

Wind Gust Advisory #16: 

A gusty wind advisory remains in force for the Kiribati group and Banaba. The public is advised to take precautionary measures to minimize possible impact.

The weather forecast for the Kiribati group and Banaba issued at 0530am Friday 13^th February 2026 and valid until 6 pm.

Situation:  A trough of low-pressure remains slow-moving westwards affecting parts of the group.

Kiribati group and Banaba:

Gentle to moderate north-easterly to easterly winds of 06-16kt. Fresh at times

Slight to moderate seas.

For Makin and Butaritari:

Today: Morning cloudy with light showers.

Tonight: Partly cloudy.

For Marakei, Abaiang, Tarawa and Maiana:

Today: Sunny apart from isolated brief showers.

Tonight: Fine.

 For Kuria, Aranuka and Abemama:

Today: Sunny apart from brief showers.

Tonight: Fine.

For Nonouti, Tabiteuea, Beru and Nikunau:

Today: Sunny apart from isolated brief showers.

Tonight: Fine apart from isolated brief showers.

For Onotoa, Tamana & Arorae:

Today: Partly cloudy.

Tonight: Partly cloudy

For Banaba:

Today: Partly cloudy with brief showers.

Tonight: Fine apart from brief showers

Moon Phase:

3 days after the last quarter.

Tide Predictions:

High and Low Tides: