Best time to visit Kiribati

When’s the best time to visit Kiribati, you ask? Based on a number of factors like the weather and climate, cost of flights and hotels, peak travel seasons and much more, the best time to go to Kiribati is May-November.

The warmest month of the year in Tarawa, one of the most popular travel destinations in Kiribati, is May, where the average maximum temperature gets to around 29℃ (84℉). Temperatures can reach as high as 30℃ (85℉) on the hottest days in summer. In the winter months, it can get down to as low as 23℃ (74℉) at night. The climate can differ in many places across Kiribati, and you can see more in the handy table below.

If you want to get the most out of your time visiting Kiribati, or you’re just afraid of the dark, the days in October are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset. The wet season in Kiribati falls around March, so if you prefer the dryer weather, you should look to visit in September instead.

For more information about when to travel to Kiribati, the monthly weather breakdown for the top travel destinations, and the best information and tools to book your trip, continue reading below.