UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in South Tarawa, Kiribati 
will be up to 13.5, indicating a extreme level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-05-10
UV index at 13.5 in South Tarawa means extreme risk: limit outdoor time especially from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., actively seek shade, wear protective clothing, broad-brimmed hat, apply SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, and wear UV-blocking sunglasses. Watch for bright surfaces like water and snow increasing UV exposure.
South Tarawa, Kiribati, has a UV index that is usually very high, often around 11 or more, meaning the sun's rays are strong most of the year. This makes it important to be careful in the sun.
The weather in South Tarawa is hot and humid all year, with temperatures usually between 27°C and 31°C. There is a wet season from November to April with heavy rain and storms, and a drier season from May to October with less rain.
Compared to nearby places like Fiji and Tuvalu, South Tarawa is generally warmer and more humid. It is closer to the equator, so it gets more sun and less cool weather than islands farther south in the Pacific.
See the UV index hour by hour for South Tarawa, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.