Climate Chart of Réunion, France
Monthly data: Temperature °C, Rain (mm), Sunshine (h) · 2013–2023
For Réunion, France, the climate data cover 2013–2023. The monthly mean temperature averages 18.4 °C, with the highest monthly means in January / February at 21.0 °C and the lowest in July / August at 15.4 °C. Mean daily rainfall and sunshine also vary across the calendar, so the figures offer a useful broad guide rather than a forecast for any particular visit.
Climate overview
Temperature
The monthly mean temperature reaches its highest level in January / February, at 21.0 °C; this is a monthly average, not a daytime maximum. The lowest monthly mean occurs in July / August, at 15.4 °C, giving visitors who prefer cooler average conditions a clear point of reference. Across the calendar months, the unweighted mean of monthly means is 18.4 °C. These averages describe broad monthly conditions, not the temperature on every day.
Rain
Mean daily rainfall is highest in January, at 17.74 mm/day, and lowest in September, at 3.19 mm/day. The unweighted mean of the monthly daily-rainfall means is 8.54 mm/day. These are daily averages, not monthly rainfall totals, and they do not show how often rain occurs or guarantee dry or wet weather on a particular day. The monthly contrast is useful for planning, but visitors should still allow for changing conditions.
Sunshine
Mean daily sunshine duration is highest in December, at 11.28 hours/day, and lowest in June, at 9.17 hours/day. Across the calendar months, the unweighted mean is 10.16 hours/day per day. These figures describe average sunshine duration, not daylight length, and cannot guarantee how much sunshine a visitor will experience on an individual day.
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If lower average rainfall is your priority, September is the conditional option to consider, with mean daily rainfall of 3.19 mm/day; this does not guarantee rain-free days or quantify rain frequency. For visits around the highest-rainfall monthly average, prepare for rain: January records 17.74 mm/day of mean daily rainfall. These figures can inform packing, but they are averages rather than a day-by-day forecast. Visitors prioritising cooler monthly averages can use July / August as a reference, when the monthly mean temperature is 15.4 °C; it is not a daytime maximum or a guarantee of the temperature during a trip. For outdoor sightseeing planned around average sunshine, December has the highest mean daily sunshine duration at 11.28 hours/day, while June has the lowest at 9.17 hours/day. Sunshine duration is not day length, and neither figure promises the conditions on a particular day.
Climate Data Overview for Réunion, France
Explore the comprehensive climate data for Réunion, France. This detailed table provides valuable insights into temperature variations, precipitation levels, and seasonal changes, helping you understand the unique weather patterns of this region.
| Month | Average: Temperature °C | Rain (mm) / day | Snow (mm) / day | Sunshine (h) / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 21.0 | 17.74 | 0.00 | 10.28 |
| Feb | 21.0 | 14.71 | 0.00 | 10.27 |
| Mar | 20.9 | 13.36 | 0.00 | 9.82 |
| Apr | 19.8 | 10.42 | 0.00 | 9.48 |
| May | 17.9 | 5.40 | 0.00 | 9.62 |
| Jun | 16.2 | 5.70 | 0.00 | 9.17 |
| Jul | 15.4 | 4.20 | 0.00 | 9.48 |
| Aug | 15.4 | 4.16 | 0.00 | 10.05 |
| Sep | 16.0 | 3.19 | 0.00 | 10.66 |
| Oct | 17.7 | 4.64 | 0.00 | 11.09 |
| Nov | 18.9 | 8.64 | 0.00 | 10.75 |
| Dec | 20.3 | 10.37 | 0.00 | 11.28 |
| Average | 18.4 | 8.54 | 0.00 | 10.16 |
