Tarawa in August
6.8out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Very wet: about 16 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
26°CAvg low
16Rainy days (111 mm)
12:03 hDaylight
06:31Sunrise · 18:33 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Very wet: about 16 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±7.7 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±7.7 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C | 26°C | 212 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.2 |
| February | 28°C | 26°C | 155 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.7 |
| March | 28°C | 26°C | 223 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 28°C | 26°C | 203 mm | 22 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 28°C | 26°C | 142 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.2 |
| June | 28°C | 26°C | 139 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.3 |
| July | 28°C | 26°C | 136 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.3 |
| August | 28°C | 26°C | 111 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.8 |
| September | 28°C | 27°C | 89 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.2 |
| October | 28°C | 27°C | 91 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.5 |
| November | 28°C | 27°C | 93 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| December | 28°C | 26°C | 186 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Tarawa in August?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 26°C.
When is the best time to visit Tarawa?
The best months are October, November, September.