THE KIRIBATI GROUP AND BANABA:

Gusty wind Advisory #28:

A gusty wind advisory remains in force for the Kiribati group and Banaba, especially in areas affected by convective clouds. The public is advised to take precautions to reduce possible threats. 

Public weather forecast for Kiribati group and Banaba.

Issued: 0539am, Friday 24^th July 2026.

Valid until: 6pm.

Situation: A trough of low pressure continues to affect the Kiribati Group and Banaba, maintaining cloudy periods and isolated showers.

Kiribati group:

Wind: Gentle to moderate westerly winds (06–16 knots), fresh at times, especially in and near showers.

Seas: Rough.

For Makin and Butaritari:

Today: Cloudy with isolated light showers.

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated light showers.

For Marakei, Abaiang, Tarawa and Maiana:

Today: Cloudy with isolated light showers.

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated brief shower.

For Kuria, Aranuka and Abemama:

Today: Cloudy with isolated light showers, mainly in the morning.

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated brief shower.

For Nonouti, Tabiteuea, Beru and Nikunau:

Today: Cloudy with isolated light showers, mainly in the morning.

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated light showers becoming more frequent later.

For Onotoa, Tamana & Arorae:

Today: Cloudy with occasional shower easing during early afternoon.

Tonight:  Partly cloudy with isolated brief shower.

Banaba:

Wind: Gentle to moderate southwesterly (06-16 kts), fresh at times.

Seas: Rough.

Today: Cloudy with light showers.

Tonight: Partly cloudy with isolated brief shower.

Moon Phase:

2 days after First Quarter.   

Tide Predictions:

High and Low Tides: