When to Kiribati
Climate guide & best times to travel
Best Time to Visit
Month-by-Month Guide
January
January marks the peak of the wet season with the highest rainfall of the year at 10.7 inches. Despite the frequent rain showers, temperatures remain perfectly tropical at 87°F highs and 77°F lows. The rain typically comes in short, intense bursts followed by sunshine, making it still enjoyable for beach activities.
February
February continues the wet season pattern with 8.6 inches of rainfall, though slightly less than January. The consistent 87°F highs and 77°F lows provide ideal swimming conditions. Rain showers are frequent but typically brief, allowing for plenty of outdoor activities between downpours.
March
March sees a gradual transition toward drier conditions with 8.0 inches of rainfall. The stable temperatures of 87°F during the day and 77°F at night remain perfect for all water activities. This month offers a good balance of occasional refreshing rain and plenty of sunshine.
April
April marks the beginning of the transition to drier weather with rainfall decreasing to 7.2 inches. The consistently pleasant temperatures of 87°F highs and 77°F lows make this an excellent time for beach activities. Visitors can expect more sunny days with fewer rain interruptions.
May
May offers increasingly favorable conditions with rainfall dropping to 6.2 inches while maintaining the perfect 87°F/77°F temperature range. This month provides excellent weather for snorkeling, fishing, and exploring the atolls. The reduced rainfall makes outdoor activities more predictable.
June
June continues the drying trend with 6.1 inches of rainfall and maintains the ideal 87°F/77°F temperature pattern. This month offers excellent conditions for all outdoor activities with fewer weather disruptions. The consistent climate makes it perfect for extended beach days and water sports.
July
July experiences a slight uptick in rainfall to 6.6 inches but maintains the consistently comfortable 87°F highs and 77°F lows. Despite the modest increase in precipitation, conditions remain excellent for tourism. The warm temperatures and moderate rainfall create ideal tropical conditions.
August
August brings drier conditions with only 5.4 inches of rainfall while maintaining the perfect 87°F/77°F temperature range. This month offers some of the most reliable weather of the year with minimal rain interruptions. It's an excellent time for all outdoor activities and exploration.
September
September marks the beginning of the driest period with only 4.7 inches of rainfall and consistent 87°F/77°F temperatures. This month offers some of the most predictable weather conditions of the year. The minimal rainfall and stable temperatures create ideal conditions for extended outdoor activities.
October
October features the driest conditions of the year with only 4.3 inches of rainfall and temperatures reaching 88°F during the day with 77°F nights. This month offers the most reliable weather with minimal rain disruptions. The slightly warmer days and dry conditions make it perfect for all activities.
November
November continues the dry season with 4.5 inches of rainfall and maintains the warmer 88°F highs with comfortable 77°F lows. The excellent weather conditions with minimal rainfall make this one of the best months for visiting. Outdoor activities can be planned with confidence due to the predictable dry weather.
December
December marks the transition back to the wet season with rainfall increasing significantly to 8.3 inches, while temperatures return to 87°F highs and 77°F lows. Despite the increased precipitation, the warm temperatures maintain excellent swimming conditions. Rain typically comes in short bursts with plenty of sunshine between showers.