August · Kiribati
Best time to visit Tarawa in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Tarawa in August
Average temperature 28°C, 64 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
5.8/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 64 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Tarawa scores 5.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 28°C, 64 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Tarawa is Kiribati's crowded central atoll, where South Tarawa's communities, lagoon shoreline, World War II history, and narrow causeway shape the visitor experience.
August: the best month of the year in Tarawa
August averages 28°C (83°F) and humidity near 79%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Rainfall runs 64 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Tarawa at 5.8/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Tarawa in August?
- In August, Tarawa averages 28°C, 64 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.8/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Tarawa?
- August earns a 5.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Tarawa in August?
- Expect about 64 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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