Five-Day Forecast — Tarawa
Situation
A convergence zone north of the Northern Islands, associated with a deep low-pressure system further north of the Northern Line Islands, is slowly moving northward and is expected to bring increased cloudiness, isolated showers, and fresh winds to parts of the Kiribati Group.
Advisory / Warning
Spring Tide Advisory:
Tide predictions for 10th 11th and 12th for the month of September 2026 indicate sea levels of 2.80 meters and above.
Possible impact: Inundation of low-lying coastal areas.
Advice: Be cautious in coastal areas that may be affected by inundation.
Strong wind Warning:
A strong wind warning remains in force for the Kiribati group, mostly the northern and central group and Banaba.
Possible impact: Loose items may blow off.
Advice: Monitor the latest forecast.
Heavy Rain warning:
A heavy rain warning remains in force for the Kiribati group and Banaba, mostly the northern and central group and Banaba.
Possible impact: Inundation of low-lying areas.
Advice: Monitor the latest forecast.
| Date | Weather | Marine | Moon Phase |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/09/2026 | Cloudy with isolated light showers | Moderate to fresh SW winds. Moderate seas | 3 days before the New Moon |
| 09/09/2026 | Cloudy with isolated light showers and heavy at times | Moderate north-westerly winds. Slight to moderate seas | 2 days before the New Moon |
| 10/09/2026 | Cloudy with light showers | Moderate NW winds. Fresh at times. Moderate seas | 1 day before the New Moon |
| 11/09/2026 | Cloudy with isolated light showers | Moderate NW- W winds. Fresh at times. Moderate seas | New moon |
| 12/09/2026 | Cloudy with isolated light showers | Light to gentle NW winds. Slight to seas | 1 day after the New Moon |
Five-Day Forecast — Maiana
Situation
Associated clouds and showers from a deep low-pressure system located north of the Northern Line Islands are slowly moving westward, affecting most parts of the northern and central islands of the Kiribati Group. Meanwhile, another trough of low pressure lies across the southern islands and Banaba, bringing clouds and showers to most parts of these areas.
Advisory / Warning
Spring Tide Advisory:
Tide predictions for 10th 11th and 12th for the month of September 2026 indicate sea levels of 2.80 meters and above.
Possible impact: Inundation of low-lying coastal areas.
Advice: Be cautious in coastal areas that may be affected by inundation.
Strong wind Warning:
A strong wind warning remains in force for the Kiribati group, mostly the northern and central group and Banaba.
Possible impact: Loose items may blow off.
Advice: Monitor the latest forecast.
Heavy Rain warning:
A heavy rain warning remains in force for the Kiribati group and Banaba, mostly the northern and central group and Banaba.
Possible impact: Inundation of low-lying areas.
Advice: Monitor the latest forecast.
| Date | Weather | Marine | Moon Phase |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/09/2026 | Cloudy with isolated light showers and heavy at times | Light to gentle SW winds. Slight seas | 3 days before the New Moon |
| 09/09/2026 | Cloudy with light showers and heavy at times | Light to gentle W winds Slight seas | 2 days before the New Moon |
| 10/09/2026 | Cloudy with light showers | Light to moderate NW winds. Fresh at times. Moderate seas | 1 day before the New Moon |
| 11/09/2026 | Cloudy with isolated light showers and heavy at times | Light to gentle NW winds. Slight to seas | New moon |
| 12/09/2026 | Cloudy with isolated light showers and heavy at times | Light to gentle NW winds. Slight to seas | 1 day after the New Moon |
Five-Day Forecast — Abemama
Situation
Associated clouds and showers from a deep low-pressure system located north of the Northern Line Islands are slowly moving westward, affecting most parts of the northern and central islands of the Kiribati Group. Meanwhile, another trough of low pressure lies across the southern islands and Banaba, bringing clouds and showers to most parts of these areas.
Advisory / Warning
Spring Tide Advisory:
Tide predictions for 10th 11th and 12th for the month of September 2026 indicate sea levels of 2.80 meters and above.
Possible impact: Inundation of low-lying coastal areas.
Advice: Be cautious in coastal areas that may be affected by inundation.
Strong wind Warning:
A strong wind warning remains in force for the Kiribati group, mostly the northern and central group and Banaba.
Possible impact: Loose items may blow off.
Advice: Monitor the latest forecast.
Heavy Rain warning:
A heavy rain warning remains in force for the Kiribati group and Banaba, mostly the northern and central group and Banaba.
Possible impact: Inundation of low-lying areas.
Advice: Monitor the latest forecast.
| Date | Weather | Marine | Moon Phase |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/09/2026 | Cloudy with isolated light showers and heavy at times | Gentle SW winds. Slight seas. | 3 days before the New Moon |
| 09/09/2026 | Cloudy with isolated light showers | Light SW winds. Slight seas. | 2 days before the New Moon |
| 10/09/2026 | Partly cloudy with isolated light showers. | Gentle NW winds. Slight seas | 1 day before the New Moon |
| 11/09/2026 | Cloudy with light showers | Light to moderate NW winds. Fresh at times Slight to moderate winds | New moon |
| 12/09/2026 | Cloudy with isolated light showers | Light to gentle NW winds. Slight seas | 1 day after the New Moon |
Five-Day Forecast — Nonouti
Situation
Associated clouds and showers from a deep low-pressure system located north of the Northern Line Islands are slowly moving westward, affecting most parts of the northern and central islands of the Kiribati Group. Meanwhile, another trough of low pressure lies across the southern islands and Banaba, bringing clouds and showers to most parts of these areas.
Advisory / Warning
No advisory or warning currently entered.
| Date | Weather | Marine | Moon Phase |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/09/2026 | Cloudy with light to moderate showers | Light to gentle SW-S winds. Slight seas | 3 days before the New Moon |
| 09/09/2026 | Cloudy with isolated light showers. | Light to gentle SW winds. Slight seas | 2 days before the New Moon |
| 10/09/2026 | Cloudy with light showers | Ligh to gentle SW winds. Slight seas | 1 day before the New Moon |
| 11/09/2026 | Cloudy with light to moderate showers. | Light to gentle north-easterly winds. Slight seas | New moon |
| 12/09/2026 | Cloudy with light showers | Light to gentle NW winds. Slight seas | 1 day after the New Moon |
Five-Day Forecast — Kiritimati
Situation
A deep low-pressure system remains further north of the Northern Line Islands and remains slow moving northward affecting parts of the Northern Line group. Meanwhile, another trough remains over the Phoenix group and may affect the group.
Advisory / Warning
Strong Wind Advisory:
A strong wind advisory up to 20 knots remains in force for the Northern Line Islands particularly for Washington.
Possible impact: Loose outdoor items may be blown or moved.
Advise: Secure loose outdoor items that may pose hazards.
| Date | Weather | Marine | Moon Phase |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/09/2026 | Cloudy with light showers and heavy at times | Light to gentle NW winds. Slight seas | 3 days before the New Moon |
| 09/09/2026 | Cloudy with light showers and heavy at times | Light SW winds. Slight seas | 2 days before the New Moon |
| 10/09/2026 | Cloudy with morning light showers | Light to gentle SW winds. Slight seas | 1 day before the New Moon |
| 11/09/2026 | Cloudy with isolated brief to light showers | Light to gentle SW winds. Slight seas | New moon |
| 12/09/2026 | Partly cloudy with light showers | Light to gentle SW-SE winds. Slight seas | 1 day after the New Moon |
