Reunion Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Reunion in December.

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Thinking about venturing to Reunion this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Reunion in December

December in Reunion generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Bras-Panon.

For specific regional insights in Reunion, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Saint-Gilles-les-Bains with an average of 109 mm (4.3 in) to heavy rainfall in La Plaine des Cafres with 189 mm (7.4 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Reunion in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Reunion

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Reunion?

Temperature range in Reunion (December)

Precipitation variation in Reunion (December)

Bras-Panon

In December Bras-Panon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
239 mm (9.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Bras-Panon →

Le Portail

In December Le Portail generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
226 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Le Portail →

Vincendo

In December Vincendo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
249 mm (9.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Vincendo →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Reunion in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saint-Pierre 26°C (79°F) 22°C (72°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Saint-Gilles-les-Bains 27°C (81°F) 23°C (73°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Cilaos 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)
Saint-Denis 27°C (81°F) 23°C (73°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Saint-Joseph 26°C (79°F) 22°C (72°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)
Bras-Panon 26°C (79°F) 22°C (72°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)

Reunion weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Reunion in December?

December in Reunion brings pleasant weather. In Bras-Panon, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 22°C (72°F).

What is the average temperature in Reunion in December?

Bras-Panon averages a daytime maximum of 26°C (79°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 22°C (72°F).

Does Reunion get a lot of rain in December?

Bras-Panon typically receives notable rainfall in December, about 142 mm (5.6 in) on average across Reunion.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Reunion?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Bras-Panon, December might be a good time to visit Reunion. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, June, July, August, September, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Bras-Panon. On the other hand, the weather in February tends to be poor.

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