☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 29°C
Yes! Average temperatures of 29°C make it pleasantly warm and ideal for sun-seekers. Réunion in January has an average air temperature of 29°C with sea temperatures around 27°C. You can expect 7 hours of sunshine per day and 200mm of rainfall, which means heavy rainfall — pack waterproofs.
At 27°C the sea is like a warm bath — perfect for swimming, snorkelling, and diving. With 7 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
Réunion is one of the top warm destinations for January holidays from the UK. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Réunion stacks up against similar destinations in January:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Réunion | 29°C | 27°C | 200mm | 7h |
| Bora Bora | 29°C | 28°C | 250mm | 6h |
| Komodo | 29°C | 28°C | 200mm | 5h |
| Lombok | 29°C | 28°C | 250mm | 5h |
| Maldives | 29°C | 28°C | 55mm | 9h |
| Mauritius | 29°C | 27°C | 200mm | 8h |
See how Réunion's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Réunion in January has average temperatures of 29°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 27°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 27°C is very comfortable for swimming.
Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
January is an excellent time to visit Réunion with warm weather and 7 hours of daily sunshine.
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