Capital city in Réunion, Reunion
Saint-Denis weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Saint-Denis
May–Nov is dry, cooler and best for hiking. Dec–Apr is hot, humid and cyclone season; Jan–Mar brings the heaviest rain.
Saint-Denis weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan30°140 mm
- Feb30°114 mm
- Mar29°143 mm
- Apr28°76 mm
- May26°53 mm
- Jun24°37 mm
- Jul24°31 mm
- Aug24°31 mm
- Sep25°33 mm
- Oct26°34 mm
- Nov28°46 mm
- Dec29°55 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C85°F | 26°C78°F | 140 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| February | 30°C85°F | 26°C78°F | 114 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| March | 29°C84°F | 25°C78°F | 143 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| April | 28°C82°F | 24°C76°F | 76 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| May | 26°C79°F | 23°C73°F | 53 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| June | 24°C76°F | 21°C70°F | 37 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| July | 24°C74°F | 20°C69°F | 31 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| August | 24°C74°F | 20°C68°F | 31 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| September | 25°C76°F | 20°C69°F | 33 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| October | 26°C79°F | 22°C71°F | 34 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| November | 28°C82°F | 23°C73°F | 46 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| December | 29°C85°F | 25°C76°F | 55 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
Best months across Reunion
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Saint-Gilles-les-Bains | May–Nov | Feb (29°C) |
| Saint-Denis | May–Nov | Feb (30°C) |
| Saint-Pierre | May–Nov | Feb (28°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Saint-Denis?
May–Nov. May–Nov is dry, cooler and best for hiking. Dec–Apr is hot, humid and cyclone season; Jan–Mar brings the heaviest rain.
When is the rainy season in Saint-Denis?
Rain peaks in March with about 143 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Saint-Denis?
February, with average highs of 30°C (85°F).
How cold does Saint-Denis get?
The coolest nights are in August, averaging 20°C (68°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 3.2°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.