Réunion · SpringMonth summary
Réunion weather in May
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
11°C – 16°C
🌧 Rainy days
55% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.1h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
September (7.0/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Réunion in May?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Réunion in May is possible but September offers a score of 7.0/10 vs 6.0.
By trip type
Réunion in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Shoulder season — good value with reasonable accommodation prices Spring marks the start of the good season in Réunion. Temperatures rise (16°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 55% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. September (7.0/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌧️ January | 15°C | 20°C | 87% | 15.8 | 11.9h | 5.4/10 |
| 🌧️ February | 14°C | 19°C | 93% | 17.5 | 11.2h | 4.5/10 |
| 🌧️ March | 14°C | 19°C | 84% | 11.9 | 10.9h | 5.1/10 |
| 🌧️ April | 14°C | 18°C | 74% | 8.1 | 10.3h | 5.3/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 11°C | 16°C | 55% | 3.1 | 10.1h | 6.0/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 9°C | 15°C | 49% | 3.0 | 9.8h | 5.7/10 |
| 🌦️ July | 8°C | 14°C | 41% | 1.8 | 10.0h | 6.1/10 |
| 🌦️ August | 8°C | 15°C | 41% | 2.1 | 10.5h | 6.8/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 9°C | 16°C | 42% | 2.0 | 10.9h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 10°C | 17°C | 54% | 3.4 | 11.7h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ November | 12°C | 18°C | 70% | 6.5 | 11.6h | 6.1/10 |
| 🌧️ December | 13°C | 19°C | 86% | 7.6 | 12.1h | 5.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Réunion averages 16°C, 55% rainy days and 10.1h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.0/10.
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Comparison
May vs September (best month)
The best month is September (score 7.0/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -13%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.8h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Réunion in May
Is May a good time to visit Réunion?
May is an acceptable time for Réunion (score 6.0/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider September (7.0/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Réunion in May?
Yes, 55% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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