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Réunion in August: weather, sea & travel advice

Réunion in August is especially suited to city breaks, active holidays and hiking, beach holidays and family holidays. Days are around 20 °C (mild), and the sea is about 24 °C. With about 5 rainy days it is dry.

Bergkessel und Küste auf La RéunionRéunion · AugustPhoto: Bascobug · CC BY-SA 4.0

Climate facts

Day
20 °C
Night
17 °C
Sea
24 °C
Rainy days
5 rainy days
Sun
6 h/day
Humidity
77 %

Suitability by travel type

BeachGood79/100
City breakExcellent98/100
ActiveExcellent92/100
FamilyGood79/100

In favour

  • Little rain (about 5 rainy days)
  • Warm, swimmable sea (24 °C)

To consider

  • No significant drawbacks.

All months at a glance

Daytime temperature°C
26
J
27
F
26
M
25
A
23
M
21
J
20
J
20
A
21
S
23
O
25
N
26
D
Rainy daysdays
14
J
13
F
13
M
9
A
6
M
5
J
5
J
5
A
5
S
6
O
8
N
12
D

Similar destinations in August

Frequently asked questions

How warm is Réunion in August?

Daytime highs average around 20 °C, with nights around 17 °C.

Can you swim in Réunion in August?

The sea is about 24 °C (swimmable).

Does it rain a lot in Réunion in August?

On the long-term average, expect about 5 rainy days.

When is the best time to visit Réunion?

The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.