Best Time to Ride · Kitesurfing · Réunion
Kitesurfing in Réunion
1 kitesurfing spot in Réunion. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for kitesurfing.
Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best time for kitesurfing in Réunion: May–September. Then 12–17 windy days a month and water at 24–27°C (shorty).
- Top picks: Saint-Pierre (Réunion).
Windy days: days with at least 2 hours of 15+ knots between 9:00 and 18:00, averaged over recent years.
Month by month in Réunion
| Month | Windy days | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 8 | 28°C | no wetsuit | 29°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 10 | 28°C | no wetsuit | 29°C |
| MarchMar | 14 | 29°C | no wetsuit | 29°C |
| AprilApr | 12 | 28°C | no wetsuit | 28°C |
| MayMay | 17 | 27°C | no wetsuit | 27°C |
| JuneJun | 16 | 26°C | no wetsuit | 25°C |
| JulyJul | 16 | 25°C | no wetsuit | 24°C |
| AugustAug | 12 | 24°C | shorty | 24°C |
| SeptemberSep | 15 | 25°C | no wetsuit | 25°C |
| OctoberOct | 13 | 25°C | no wetsuit | 26°C |
| NovemberNov | 10 | 26°C | no wetsuit | 27°C |
| DecemberDec | 8 | 28°C | no wetsuit | 28°C |
Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for kitesurfing in Réunion?
Best time for kitesurfing in Réunion: May–September. Then 12–17 windy days a month and water at 24–27°C (shorty).
What wetsuit do I need in Réunion?
It depends on the month: about 29°C water in March (no wetsuit) and about 24°C in August (shorty).
Is Réunion good for beginners?
The spots here suit intermediate and advanced riders more than beginners.
Which airport is closest?
Saint-Pierre Pierrefonds Airport (ZSE), 5 km from Saint-Pierre (Réunion).
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