THE KIRIBATI GROUP AND BANABA:

Gusty wind Advisory #03:

Gusty winds remain possible over the Kiribati group and Banaba, particularly in areas affected by showers and thunderstorms. The public is advised to take precautionary measures to minimize potential hazards.

The weather forecast for the Kiribati group and Banaba issued at 0503pm, Thursday 18^th June 2026 and valid until 6am tomorrow.

Situation: A trough of low pressure situated northwest of the Kiribati Group is continued to bring cloudiness, showers, and gusty winds conditions to parts of the region.

 Kiribati group and Banaba:

Light to moderate SW-E winds of 02-13kts. Fresh at times.

Slight to moderate seas.

For Makin and Butaritari:

Tonight: Cloudy with light showers heavy at times and isolated thunderstorms.

Tomorrow: Partly cloudy with isolated light showers.

For Marakei, Abaiang, Tarawa and Maiana:

Tonight: Cloudy with isolated light to moderate showers and thunderstorms.

Tomorrow: Partly cloudy with isolated light showers.

 For Kuria, Aranuka and Abemama:

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated moderate showers. 

Tomorrow: Partly cloudy with isolated light showers.

For Nonouti, Tabiteuea, Beru and Nikunau:

Tonight: Partly cloudy with moderate showers.

Tomorrow: Partly cloudy with isolated brief to light showers.

For Onotoa, Tamana & Arorae:

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated light showers.

Tomorrow: Sunny apart from isolated brief showers.

For Banaba:

Tonight: Cloudy with moderate showers and isolated thunderstorms.

Tomorrow: Partly cloudy with moderate showers.

Moon Phase:

3 days after the new moon.

Tide Predictions:

High and Low Tides: