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Bairiki National Stadium

Stadium

Kiribati's national stadium on South Tarawa used for football, athletics and national events. Visitors see local matches, island ceremonies and community sports days.

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Address: Bairiki National Stadium, Bairiki, South Tarawa, Kiribati
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About Bairiki National Stadium

Bairiki National Stadium is the principal sports and events stadium in Kiribati, located on Bairiki islet within the South Tarawa atoll. It functions as the main venue for national sporting fixtures and public ceremonies.

The stadium is used for football matches, athletics and community gatherings, and is an important public facility in the densely settled capital area. Infrastructure is modest and primarily geared to local and national events.

The site was developed to provide a central venue for sporting and civic occasions and remains a focal point for national celebrations and inter-island events.

Bairiki National Stadium sits on Bairiki islet in South Tarawa, within the Gilbert Islands cluster of Kiribati, in a low-lying atoll environment.

  • Primary stadium: Located on the islet of Bairiki in South Tarawa, it serves as the primary venue for national sports, ceremonies and community events in Kiribati.
  • Use: Facilities are used for football, athletics and island-wide events rather than large international competitions.
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit Bairiki National Stadium

Best visited in the dry season for outdoor events and more comfortable conditions.

Dry season
May-October · 25-30°C
Drier, more pleasant weather for matches and outdoor events.
Wet season
November-April · 26-31°C
Hotter and wetter; heavy rains can affect events.

Weather & Climate near Bairiki National Stadium

Climate

Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1922 mm/year), wettest in December.

Air Quality: AQI 12 Good
Best Time to Visit
OctoberNovemberMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
25°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 24° - 30° 27° 184 mm overcast 81% 5.6 m/s 2.4 extreme 11.9h
February Good 23° - 28° 25° 164 mm overcast 81% 4.7 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.0h
March Very Good 24° - 30° 27° 198 mm partly cloudy 83% 4.2 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 25° - 30° 31° 148 mm partly cloudy 83% 4.1 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.0h
May Very Good 25° - 30° 30° 167 mm partly cloudy 82% 3.7 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.1h
June Very Good 24° - 30° 30° 152 mm partly cloudy 80% 4.1 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.1h
July Very Good 24° - 30° 27° 164 mm partly cloudy 79% 4.2 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.1h
August Very Good 24° - 30° 30° 169 mm partly cloudy 78% 3.7 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.1h
September Very Good 25° - 30° 31° 153 mm partly cloudy 78% 3.7 m/s 2.8 extreme 12.0h
October Excellent 24° - 30° 30° 96 mm partly cloudy 77% 3.7 m/s 2.8 extreme 12.0h
November Very Good 24° - 30° 30° 127 mm partly cloudy 78% 4.4 m/s 2.6 extreme 11.9h
December Very Good 24° - 30° 27° 200 mm partly cloudy 80% 4.8 m/s 2.3 extreme 11.9h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Bairiki National Stadium

Located in Bairiki on South Tarawa; accessible by local roads and by foot from nearby neighbourhoods depending on event and accommodation location.

Tips for Visiting Bairiki National Stadium

  • If attending a major match, arrive early-parking and local transport on Tarawa can be congested.
  • Bring cash-concessions and local vendors around the stadium may not accept cards.