Buota
Island Suburban village on South Tarawa, residential community
How to Get to Buota #
Buota is on South Tarawa and is reached via the causeway system that links the islets. The main entry point to South Tarawa is Bonriki International Airport (TRW); from there, taxis or minibuses travel the causeway network to Buota. Travel times depend on traffic and tide-influenced boat schedules for some short crossings.
Tips for Visiting Buota #
- Buota is part of urban and traditional village life in South Tarawa - respect local customs when visiting household and community spaces.
- Transport between islets is by boat (banka) or causeways; check schedules with local residents as times vary by tide and demand.
- Bring reef-safe sunscreen and a hat; the equatorial sun is intense and shade is limited on narrow islets.
Best Time to Visit Buota #
Buota is part of the South Tarawa islet chain; visit with consideration for local transport and weather conditions.
Weather & Climate near Buota #
Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1953 mm/year), wettest in December.
January
January is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (183 mm).
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February
February is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm).
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March
March is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (198 mm).
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April
April is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (145 mm).
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May
May is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (171 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm).
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July
July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (172 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (181 mm).
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September
September is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm).
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October
October is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (205 mm).
