Réunion in September
Great time to visit
September offers the best of both worlds - excellent weather with fewer crowds than peak winter. Prices start dropping and you can actually get last-minute reservations again.
Weather
Spring arrives with gradually warming temperatures and the return of occasional afternoon showers. Humidity creeps up slightly to around 65%, but conditions remain highly pleasant. The rain is usually welcome after the dry winter months.
25°C high18°C low6 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$115/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Heritage Days weekend
- •Hindu festival of Ganesh Chaturthi
September Tips
- •Excellent compromise between good weather and lower crowds than peak season
- •Waterfalls start flowing more dramatically after winter dry spell
- •Book accommodations ahead but you'll have more options than July-August
All Months
Réunion's seasons flip the script. April through November brings the dry season – cooler temperatures, less humidity, and clearer skies for hiking. This is peak time for the high country, when trails stay passable and views stretch to the horizon.
December through March is cyclone season. The weather gets hot, humid, and unpredictable. But here's the thing – this is when the waterfalls rage and the vegetation explodes in green. If you can handle afternoon downpours and the occasional flight delay, you'll have the island mostly to yourself.
July and August see French families descend for school holidays. Book accommodations early and expect crowds at popular beaches. But the weather stays perfect – 25°C on the coast, 15°C in the mountains.
Shoulders seasons (April-May and September-October) offer the sweet spot. Good weather, fewer crowds, and reasonable prices. The ocean stays warm from summer, perfect for water activities.
Réunion Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
7/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
9/10
Budget
6/10
Luxury
6/10
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