Tarawa, Kiribati: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Tarawa, Kiribati? If you're planning to go to Tarawa, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Tarawa
- Important essentials for Tarawa
- Activities for Tarawa
- Tarawa in January: weather and what to pack
- Tarawa in February: weather and what to pack
- Tarawa in March: weather and what to pack
- Tarawa in April: weather and what to pack
- Tarawa in May: weather and what to pack
- Tarawa in June: weather and what to pack
- Tarawa in July: weather and what to pack
- Tarawa in August: weather and what to pack
- Tarawa in September: weather and what to pack
- Tarawa in October: weather and what to pack
- Tarawa in November: weather and what to pack
- Tarawa in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Tarawa, Kiribati
Based on the climate and weather in Tarawa, the best time to go is October. See below for details.
Important essentials for Tarawa, Kiribati
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Tarawa, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 ESSENTIALS
Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly product.
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination/negative test
N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.
Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can get worn. An unreadable card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
Other health necessities
Emergency water purifier
Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to bring an emergency water purifier like this one.
Travel first aid kit
This one is a superb one.
Emergency rapid COVID-19 test
U.S. residents can get them free here. Otherwise, you can buy them here.
Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
Photography accessories
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Tarawa. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types I. This one works in most places, but you should check with your hotel.
Airplane or car necessities
For families with young children
Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
What to wear/what to pack for Tarawa, Kiribati by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January in Tarawa is really hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) to 80s F (low 30s C), although night temperatures can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Skirts
Loose-fit shorts
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
Sunglasses
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Waterproof sandals
Bug repellent
If you're going to the beach
February
If you vacation in Tarawa during February, you will probably see that it is consistently hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Loose-fit shorts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
Bug repellent
Skirts
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
Waterproof sandals
Sunglasses
If you're going to the beach
March
March here can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
Loose-fit shorts
Skirts
Bug repellent
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Waterproof sandals
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
If you're going to the beach
April
April for Tarawa is constantly hot. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Skirts
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Waterproof sandals
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Bug repellent
If you're going to the beach
May
May in Tarawa is really hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) to high 80s F (low 30s C), although night temperatures can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Loose-fit shorts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against skin damage:
Skirts
Bug repellent
Waterproof sandals
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Sunglasses
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
If you're going to the beach
June
June in Tarawa is consistently hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C), although night temperatures can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Skirts
Sunglasses
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
Loose-fit shorts
Waterproof sandals
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Bug repellent
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
If you're going to the beach
July
July in Tarawa is constantly hot. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Skirts
Loose-fit shorts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Waterproof sandals
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Bug repellent
Sunglasses
If you're going to the beach
August
August is consistently hot. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
Skirts
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Bug repellent
Loose-fit shorts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Waterproof sandals
If you're going to the beach
September
Traveling to Tarawa in September, you will notice that it is constantly hot. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
Waterproof sandals
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Bug repellent
Skirts
If you're going to the beach
October
October in this region can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Waterproof sandals
Bug repellent
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Skirts
Loose-fit shorts
Sunglasses
If you're going to the beach
November
November in Tarawa is really hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) to high 80s F (low 30s C), although night temperatures can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
Waterproof sandals
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Skirts
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
If you're going to the beach
December
If you visit Tarawa during December, you may notice that it is constantly hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Loose-fit shorts
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
Waterproof sandals
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Skirts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
Bug repellent
If you're going to the beach
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