All your questions about Reunion Island, answered
Weather and things to do month by month, real budgets, where to stay town by town, ready-made itineraries and key facts. Everything you need to plan your trip with confidence.
Month by Month
Weather, possible activities, budget and the best window for every month of the year. Hard numbers and traveller reviews.
Reunion Island in April: Reviews, Weather and Activities
Weather, cyclone season's end, altitude hikes reopening, Easter holidays and budget: everything about travelling to Reunion Island in April.
Reunion Island in February: Reviews, Weather and Activities
Weather, peak cyclone season, best activities, school holidays and budget: everything about travelling to Reunion Island in February.
Reunion Island in March: Reviews, Weather and Activities
Weather, cyclone season winding down, altitude trails reopening, budget: everything about travelling to Reunion Island in March.
Reunion Island in July: Reviews, Weather and Activities
Peak humpback whale season, golden dry-season weather, perfect altitude trails, but school-holiday crowds and prices: everything about July.
Reunion Island in August: Reviews, Weather and Activities
The best statistical month for humpback whales, golden hiking weather, but the absolute peak of tourist prices and crowds: everything about August.
Reunion Island in November: Reviews, Weather and Activities
Rock-bottom prices, sea at 26°C, thin crowds, trails still passable: the underrated window just before the festive season and cyclone season.
Reunion Island in January: Reviews, Weather and Activities
Peak cyclone season, a warm 28°C lagoon and full-power waterfalls: an honest guide to travelling in January, including the cheaper post-10th window.
Reunion Island in October: Reviews, Weather and Activities
The dry season's final stretch, the last whales, and the Diagonale des Fous ultra-trail: an excellent window before humidity returns.
Reunion Island in September: Reviews, Weather and Activities
The driest, most stable month of the year: whales still present, perfect trails, a calmer sea and falling prices after the school holidays.
Reunion Island in May: Reviews, Weather and Activities
The dry season begins: stable skies, perfect trails, rock-bottom prices and the first whales approaching late in the month.
Reunion Island in June: Reviews, Weather and Activities
The dry season settling in, the first humpback whales arriving, and altitude trails at their best, just before July's peak crowds.
Reunion Island in December: Reviews, Weather and Activities
Austral summer in full swing, a perfect 28°C lagoon and festive Creole markets, but prices peak around Christmas and New Year.
Destination and Places to Stay
Comparisons between destinations, itineraries and hotel picks by town to help you plan your trip.
10 Days in Reunion Island: 2 Detailed Itineraries
Two complete 10-day Reunion Island itineraries, day by day, with hotels, activities and logistics tips.
Best Hotels in Saint-Pierre
5 hotels and guesthouses in Saint-Pierre rated at least 8/10 with 30+ Agoda reviews: from bed and breakfasts to 4-star, €93 to €215/night.
Mauritius or Reunion Island? A Detailed Comparison
A complete Mauritius vs Reunion Island comparison: size, climate, beaches, hiking, languages, prices, flights, traveller profiles, and a 10-day combined itinerary.
Best Hotels in Saint-Denis
5 hotels and guesthouses in Saint-Denis, Reunion Island's capital, rated 7.8 to 9.4 out of 10 on Agoda. From €76 to €167/night. Ideal for arrival and departure nights near Roland Garros.
Planning Your Trip
All the practical stuff before you go: packing, paperwork, bookings, daily life on the island.
Practical Facts
Factual data about the island: size, time difference, flag, general climate.
Reunion Island Weather Live
Live weather and a 5-day forecast for Reunion Island, area by area, plus month-by-month climate and cyclone risk.
Flag of Reunion Island: No Official One, 4 Versions in Circulation
Reunion Island has no official regional flag. Four unofficial versions coexist, from the popular Mavéli to the pro-independence LPLP.
What Time Is It in Reunion Island? Time Difference and Time Zone
Live clock and time difference calculator. UTC+4 year-round, +2 hours in French summer and +3 hours in French winter. Jet lag tips and sunrise times.
How this FAQ is built
Every guide is built on real data: Météo-France (the French national weather service) climate averages (1991-2020), cyclone season summaries published by cycloneoi.com and La 1ère Réunion, flight and hotel prices tracked over time, and activities drawn from the Sous Les Étoiles 974 catalogue.
Every month page includes a summary of the current cyclone season, a comparison with two reference months (May and September), a breakdown of the island's climate zones (west, wild south, east, highlands) and the same selection of activities as the activities page, all updated regularly.
For a complete month-by-month calendar on a single page, see the guide to the best time to visit Reunion Island. For a ready-to-use itinerary, see things to do in Reunion Island in 10 days.