Climate Insights for Banraeaba
Gilbert Islands, Kiribati
Climate Overview
The climate in Banraeaba is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 1,565 mm of precipitation falls per year. Banraeaba receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Banraeaba sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Banraeaba is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 61.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Banraeaba receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Banraeaba sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Banraeaba has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 1°C range. The warmest month is August, 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.Banraeaba has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°F range. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. March is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 80°F and an average of 81°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Banraeaba is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,565 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 130 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 242 mm of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 50 mm. That's 192 mm less than January, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Banraeaba is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 61.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.1 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 9.5 in of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 2 in. That's 7.6 in less than January, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Banraeaba is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/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 22km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 6km/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 21km/h in winter, 20km/h in spring, 17km/h in summer, 18km/h in autumn.Banraeaba is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 12mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 14mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 10mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4mph 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 13mph in winter, 12mph in spring, 10mph in summer, 11mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Banraeaba 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Banraeaba based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.