What’s the climate like in Réunion?
The current climate of Réunion features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 31°C during the day to lows of 26°C. The average yearly temperature is around 29°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 19°C and in the warmer months around 24°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Réunion in recent years was 33°C in March 2020. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 21°C in July 2021.
On average, Réunion receives 1350 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
The hurricane season in Réunion runs from November to April.
Best time to visit Réunion?
The best time to visit Réunion for sunny weather is May through December. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Réunion. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Réunion
The climate table of Réunion shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 31 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 28 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 31 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 24 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 319 | 202 | 230 | 190 | 48 | 53 | 44 | 43 | 37 | 43 | 50 | 91 |
| UV Index | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 29°C
- Highest temperature: 31°C in January, February, March and December
- Lowest temperature: 26°C in June, July and August
- Precipitation: 1350 mm per year, averaging 113 mm per month
- Driest months: 37 mm in September, 43 mm in August and October
- Wettest months: 319 mm in January, 230 mm in March and 202 mm in February
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Weather experiences in Réunion
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Average Temperature per Month in Réunion
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Réunion. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Réunion
This graph shows how much precipitation Réunion gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Réunion
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Réunion. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Réunion
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Réunion. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Réunion
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Réunion over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Réunion
The weather in Réunion is rated an average of 4,7 out of 5 stars by 9 visitors. Have you been to Réunion? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Sometimes there was sudden rain, but it didn't really disturb our holiday. Fantastic place for sun worshippers.— This text is automatically translated to English
July in Reunion was a true paradise full of sunshine and bright blue skies! Temperatures were around 26 degrees, perfect for beach days and relaxing swims in the Indian Ocean. Definitely 5 stars again!— This text is automatically translated to English
Not ideal for lying on the beach all the time, but ideal for exploring nature. Swimming in the sea was refreshing.— This text is automatically translated to English
A little rain and a lot of sun, a true tropical paradise!— This text is automatically translated to English
The sea was calm and refreshing. Definitely worth the 5 stars!— This text is automatically translated to English
The temperature was subtropical and the sun shone every day. Ideal for beach holidays and hiking. Truly a sunny place.— This text is automatically translated to English
Not too hot, just perfect. Ideal for a beach holiday and exploring the island.— This text is automatically translated to English
April on Reunion was amazing! Bright, sunny days made my beach holiday unforgettable. The wind was not too strong and it was not too hot. Pure paradise!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Réunion by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Réunion. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
