Temperature
Warm by day, warm at night.
83°Ftypical August high
South Tarawa
Kiribati · Oceania
South Tarawa is most comfortable around October and November, its relatively drier stretch in a warm, humid climate.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
79°F to 83°F
Rain
16 days/mo
Sunshine
10.8 h/day
Air feel
Humid year-round
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
Lower rainfall than in most months here, though showers remain frequent.
45%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Plenty of sun this month.
11.1 hAugust sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Very humid air dominates most hours this month.
76%August · Heat feel
Humid airVery humid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 86° and nights feel near 85°.
WarmHotNight shading
Cloud cover
Partly cloudy across the month.
48%August clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Wind pattern
August's typical breeze keeps the air from feeling as stagnant.
10 mphAugust Breezy
Typical wind speed (mph)
More detailIncludes daypart comfort
Typical August day
August stays around 82°F through the day and night, with little temperature relief.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning82°F
Feels 85°F
Rain22%
Cloud52%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityModerate
Midday82°F
Feels 86°F
Rain22%
Cloud49%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityStrong
Late afternoon82°F
Feels 86°F
Rain24%
Cloud49%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityStrong
Early evening82°F
Feels 86°F
Rain23%
Cloud51%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityMinimal
Best windowSimilar climates
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Want a side-by-side climate view? Compare South Tarawa with Malé.
Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Aug 3, 2026
Data & methodology