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About South Tarawa

South Tarawa, Kiribati 🌴 is a remote atoll capital with a laid-back island vibe and unique Pacific culture. For digital nomads, it’s best suited for short stays if you value solitude and ocean views over convenience. Internet can be limited, infrastructure basic, and essentials pricier, but it’s a memorable off-grid spot for slow travel and deep focus. 🌊💻

Through the year

Best in October (59) · now 59
0° 10° 20° 30° Jan: 221 mm Feb: 118 mm Mar: 138 mm Apr: 149 mm May: 124 mm Jun: 162 mm Jul: 183 mm Aug: 71 mm Sep: 100 mm Oct: 97 mm Nov: 103 mm Dec: 208 mm Jan: 28°C / 26°C Feb: 28°C / 27°C Mar: 28°C / 26°C Apr: 28°C / 26°C May: 29°C / 27°C Jun: 29°C / 27°C Jul: 29°C / 27°C Aug: 29°C / 27°C Sep: 29°C / 27°C Oct: 29°C / 27°C Nov: 29°C / 27°C Dec: 29°C / 27°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 4.1
Internet Speed 2.4
Safety 6.5
Digital Nomad Popularity 0.6
Accommodation Cost 2.7
Weather 4.3
Nomad Friendly 1.7
Female Friendly 5.4
Updated 3 weeks ago

Quick costs

Quick costs in South Tarawa
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $457.49 per month
Coworking Space $147.80 per month
Coffee $4.57 per cup
Beer $3.87 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $10.56 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $31.67 per month
Mobile Plan $28.15 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $126.69 per month

Other cities in Kiribati

Other cities in Kiribati
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Teaoraereke $1,797 3.8 Compare
2 North Tarawa $987 3.7 Compare
3 Bairiki $1,677 3.7 Compare
4 Betio $1,104 3.3 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Betio KI Kiribati $1,104 3.3 Compare
2 North Tarawa KI Kiribati $987 3.7 Compare
3 Bairiki KI Kiribati $1,677 3.7 Compare
4 Teaoraereke KI Kiribati $1,797 3.8 Compare

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