Climate Insights for Arorae Airport

Arorae, Gilbert Islands, Kiribati

Hottest
May
29°C peak
Coldest
March
27°C low
Wettest
March
181mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Arorae Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 1423mm of precipitation falls per year. Arorae Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Arorae 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: 28° Min: 27° Mar Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Apr Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° May Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Jun Max: 29° 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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Arorae Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 2°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. March is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 27°C and an average of 28°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 157mm Feb Precipitation: 171mm Mar Precipitation: 181mm Apr Precipitation: 158mm May Precipitation: 111mm Jun Precipitation: 103mm Jul Precipitation: 112mm Aug Precipitation: 87mm Sep Precipitation: 61mm Oct Precipitation: 70mm Nov Precipitation: 65mm Dec Precipitation: 146mm
Precipitation

Arorae Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1423mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 119mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 181mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 61mm. That's 120mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 25km/h Feb Wind Speed: 25km/h Mar Wind Speed: 24km/h Apr Wind Speed: 22km/h May Wind Speed: 21km/h Jun Wind Speed: 21km/h Jul Wind Speed: 24km/h Aug Wind Speed: 23km/h Sep Wind Speed: 24km/h Oct Wind Speed: 23km/h Nov Wind Speed: 23km/h Dec Wind Speed: 25km/h
Wind Speed

Arorae 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 25km/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 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 23km/h in winter, 24km/h in spring, 25km/h in summer, 22km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Arorae Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Arorae 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 May at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in March near 27°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 27 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 197mm for the season, averaging 66mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 24km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 27 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 474mm across the season with a monthly average of 158mm. Winds are strong, averaging 25km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 27 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 450mm across the season with a monthly average of 150mm. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 27 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 303mm across the season with a monthly average of 101mm. Winds are moderate at around 23km/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 Arorae 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
25 km/h
157 mm
0 cm
Feb
27 °C
28 °C
25 km/h
171 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
27 °C
28 °C
24 km/h
181 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
28 °C
22 km/h
158 mm
0 cm
May
27 °C
29 °C
21 km/h
111 mm
0 cm
Jun
27 °C
29 °C
21 km/h
103 mm
0 cm
Jul
27 °C
28 °C
24 km/h
112 mm
0 cm
Aug
27 °C
28 °C
23 km/h
87 mm
0 cm
Sep
27 °C
28 °C
24 km/h
61 mm
0 cm
Oct
27 °C
28 °C
23 km/h
70 mm
0 cm
Nov
27 °C
28 °C
23 km/h
65 mm
0 cm
Dec
27 °C
28 °C
25 km/h
146 mm
0 cm
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