Climate Insights for Abemama Airport

Abemama, Gilbert Islands, Kiribati

Hottest
June
28°C peak
Coldest
March
27°C low
Wettest
March
216mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Abemama Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 1510mm of precipitation falls per year. Abemama Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Abemama Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Feb Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Mar Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Apr Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° May Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Jun Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Jul Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Aug Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Sep Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Oct Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Nov Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Dec Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27°
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Abemama Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 1°C range. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. March is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 27°C and an average of 27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 194mm Feb Precipitation: 156mm Mar Precipitation: 216mm Apr Precipitation: 174mm May Precipitation: 123mm Jun Precipitation: 114mm Jul Precipitation: 128mm Aug Precipitation: 66mm Sep Precipitation: 68mm Oct Precipitation: 61mm Nov Precipitation: 54mm Dec Precipitation: 157mm
Precipitation

Abemama Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1510mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 126mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 216mm of rainfall. January and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 54mm. That's 163mm less than March, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h 30km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 26km/h Feb Wind Speed: 26km/h Mar Wind Speed: 25km/h Apr Wind Speed: 23km/h May Wind Speed: 22km/h Jun Wind Speed: 21km/h Jul Wind Speed: 22km/h Aug Wind Speed: 21km/h Sep Wind Speed: 23km/h Oct Wind Speed: 22km/h Nov Wind Speed: 23km/h Dec Wind Speed: 24km/h
Wind Speed

Abemama Airport is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 23km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 26km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 21km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 25km/h in winter, 23km/h in spring, 21km/h in summer, 23km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Abemama Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Abemama Airport sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in June at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in March near 27°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 27 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 513mm across the season with a monthly average of 171mm. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 27 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 308mm across the season with a monthly average of 103mm. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 27 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 183mm for the season, averaging 61mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 27 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 507mm across the season with a monthly average of 169mm. Winds are strong, averaging 25km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Abemama Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
27 °C
28 °C
26 km/h
194 mm
0 cm
Feb
27 °C
28 °C
26 km/h
156 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
27 °C
28 °C
25 km/h
216 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
28 °C
23 km/h
174 mm
0 cm
May
27 °C
28 °C
22 km/h
123 mm
0 cm
Jun
27 °C
28 °C
21 km/h
114 mm
0 cm
Jul
27 °C
28 °C
22 km/h
128 mm
0 cm
Aug
27 °C
28 °C
21 km/h
66 mm
0 cm
Sep
27 °C
28 °C
23 km/h
68 mm
0 cm
Oct
27 °C
28 °C
22 km/h
61 mm
0 cm
Nov
27 °C
28 °C
23 km/h
54 mm
0 cm
Dec
27 °C
28 °C
24 km/h
157 mm
0 cm
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