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Tarawa, Kiribati
Gilbert Islands · Kiribati
Tarawa is a mid-size city in Gilbert Islands, Kiribati with a population of 40,311. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tarawa
Tarawa is an atoll and the capital of the Republic of Kiribati, in the Micronesia region of the central Pacific Ocean. It comprises North Tarawa, which has 6,629 inhabitants and much in common with other more remote islands of the Gilbert group, and South Tarawa, which has 56,388 inhabitants as of 2015, half of the country's total population. The atoll was the site of the Battle of Tarawa during World War II.
People
Climate
| Population | 40,311 |
| Population Density | 41 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.3278°, 172.9770° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tarawa |
| Country | 🇰🇮 Kiribati |
| State / Province | Gilbert Islands |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 75.7 inches (1,922 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tarawa
Tarawa is a mid-size city in Kiribati (Gilbert Islands) with a population of 40,311. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.7 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Tarawa.
Climate in Tarawa
Tarawa has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1953 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Kiribati avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 199 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 972.3 sq mi (2,518.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 41/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.3278°N, 172.9770°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tarawa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 6.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 6.6 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 3.8 in | Driest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 7.9 in | Wettest |
Tarawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in February to 82°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 75.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (7.9") and October the driest (3.8").
Colleges & Universities in Tarawa
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| EBS Dormitory | College | — | — |
| Kiribati Insitute of Technology | College | — | — |
| Kiribati Technical Institute | College | — | — |
| Marine Training Centre | College | — | — |
| Marine Training Centre | College | — | — |
| University of the South Pacific | University | — | — |
| USP Kiribati Campus | University | — | — |
Schools in Tarawa
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's Preschool | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tarawa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Tarawa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiribati National Museum and Cultural Centre |
Libraries in Tarawa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tarawa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bairiki Market |
Restaurants in Tarawa
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tarawa
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tarawa
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tarawa
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tarawa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tarawa
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bonriki International Airport | TRW | Large Airport |
| Abaiang Airport | ABF | Small Airport |
| Maiana Airport | MNK | Small Airport |
| Marakei Airport | MZK | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tarawa
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kiribati Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tarawa
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tarawa
What is the population of Tarawa?
Tarawa has a population of 40,311 residents and is located in Kiribati. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 972.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tarawa?
Tarawa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 199 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 75.7 inches.