May weather forecastPiton Saint-Leu, Reunion

May

Weather in May

May sees a marked drop in temperature as Piton Saint-Leu, Reunion, nestles itself into the cooler part of the year. This month is characterized by a significant change in sea temperature, settling at 25.3°C (77.5°F), as people start pulling out their sweaters from the wardrobes. Although May provides fewer daylight hours, the cooler weather does not discourage beach strolls and evening promenades. Bearing the torch to June, May signals the progressive end of warmer months, paving the way towards a different weather series.

Sea temperature

In Piton Saint-Leu, Reunion, in May, the average water temperature is 26.4°C (79.5°F).
Note: For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of May, in Piton Saint-Leu, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 17:44 +04.

Updated: Feb 5, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In May, the average sea temperature in Piton Saint-Leu, Reunion, is 26.4°C (79.5°F). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

In Piton Saint-Leu, Reunion, the average day length in May is 11h and 7min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 17:44 +04.

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Average sea temperature in May
Piton Saint-Leu, Reunion

Average sea temperature in May: 26.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (28.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (23.7°C).

Average daylight in May
Piton Saint-Leu, Reunion

Average daylight in May: 11h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).