Climate in Reunion

Reunion has a relatively uniform climate throughout the country. Annual temperatures range from lows of -3°C in the coldest regions to highs of 7°C in the warmest areas. Precipitation is relatively consistent across the country, ranging between 318mm and 393mm annually. Snow is common across the country during winter months. Conditions across Reunion are broadly cool, with only modest differences between regions.

Temperature patterns across Reunion vary by region, with distinct differences between areas. The Central is the warmest part of the country, with peak temperatures reaching 7°C and an annual average of 3°C. Cooler conditions are found in the Central, where winter lows drop to -3°C and an annual average of 0°C. Despite some regional variation, the 2°C difference in annual averages means conditions are broadly similar across Reunion. Regional temperature differences remain relatively consistent across seasons, with around 6°C of variation in both summer and winter. For example, Saint-Denis in the Réunion averages 3°C annually, while Saint-Paul in the Réunion averages 0°C.

Precipitation across Reunion is moderately consistent, with regional totals ranging between 318mm and 393mm annually. The Central receives the most rainfall, at approximately 393mm annually. The Central is the driest, with around 318mm per year. Rainfall is distributed fairly evenly across the seasons, with no strong wet or dry period in most regions. All regions receive notable snowfall during winter, though amounts vary between areas. Rainfall is similar across regions, so travellers can expect comparable conditions regardless of which part of Reunion they visit.