Quick Answer
Is January not the ideal time to visit Réunion Island?
January falls in Réunion Island's toughest travel window (December – March). This is cyclone season in the southwest Indian Ocean, bringing the highest risk of storms directly affecting the island along with heavier rainfall. That said, it's usually the cheapest time to go if you can work around the trade-offs.
Réunion Island's overall best season is April–November, and the toughest window to plan around is December – March. See the full month-by-month guide to compare every month at a glance.
Plan Around It
Weather, Crowds & Cost in January
This is cyclone season in the southwest Indian Ocean, bringing the highest risk of storms directly affecting the island along with heavier rainfall.
January typically runs 20–35% cheaper than Réunion Island's peak season (April–November) on flights and hotels.
Fewer crowds than peak season, with more room to negotiate and better availability at short notice.
FAQs
Réunion Island in January — Common Questions
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