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

MonthWindy daysWaterWetsuitAir
JanuaryJan828°Cno wetsuit29°C
FebruaryFeb1028°Cno wetsuit29°C
MarchMar1429°Cno wetsuit29°C
AprilApr1228°Cno wetsuit28°C
MayMay1727°Cno wetsuit27°C
JuneJun1626°Cno wetsuit25°C
JulyJul1625°Cno wetsuit24°C
AugustAug1224°Cshorty24°C
SeptemberSep1525°Cno wetsuit25°C
OctoberOct1325°Cno wetsuit26°C
NovemberNov1026°Cno wetsuit27°C
DecemberDec828°Cno wetsuit28°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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