Climate of Kiribati — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Kiribati. Part of Micronesia, Oceania.
Located in Micronesia, Oceania, Kiribati has a tropical climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from 28°C / 82.4°F in January to 28.5°C / 83.3°F in March, with annual rainfall totalling around 2020 mm / 79.5 in — driest in September (100 mm / 3.9 in), wettest in January (270 mm / 10.6 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C82.4°F | 270 mm10.6″ | Tropical |
| February | 28°C82.4°F | 210 mm8.3″ | Tropical |
| March | 28.5°C83.3°F | 200 mm7.9″ | Tropical |
| April | 28.5°C83.3°F | 180 mm7.1″ | Tropical |
| May | 28.5°C83.3°F | 160 mm6.3″ | Tropical |
| June | 28.5°C83.3°F | 150 mm5.9″ | Tropical |
| July | 28°C82.4°F | 150 mm5.9″ | Tropical |
| August | 28.5°C83.3°F | 120 mm4.7″ | Tropical |
| September | 28.5°C83.3°F | 100 mm3.9″ | Tropical |
| October | 28.5°C83.3°F | 110 mm4.3″ | Tropical |
| November | 28.5°C83.3°F | 150 mm5.9″ | Tropical |
| December | 28°C82.4°F | 220 mm8.7″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kiribati?
Kiribati does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is March at 28.5°C / 83.3°F, and the driest is September at 100 mm / 3.9 in — likely your best travel window.
What is the climate of Kiribati?
Kiribati has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from 28°C / 82.4°F in January to 28.5°C / 83.3°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 2020 mm / 79.5 in, with the wettest month being January (270 mm / 10.6 in) and the driest September (100 mm / 3.9 in). Regional variation within Kiribati can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Kiribati?
The hottest month in Kiribati is March, with a country-wide average temperature of 28.5°C / 83.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Kiribati?
The coldest month in Kiribati is January, with a country-wide average temperature of 28°C / 82.4°F.
When does it rain most in Kiribati?
The wettest month in Kiribati is January, averaging about 270 mm / 10.6 in of rain. The driest is September with about 100 mm / 3.9 in.