UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in La Réunion, 
will be up to 6.2, indicating a high level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-06-01
With La Réunion's UV index reaching 6.2, protect your skin from harm by staying in shade, wearing protective clothing, and applying SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV rays are strongest.
The UV index in La Réunion is generally high, often ranging from 7 to 12, especially during the summer months from November to April, which means strong sun exposure is common.
La Réunion has a tropical climate with two main seasons: a hot, rainy summer from November to April and a cooler, dry winter from May to October. Cyclones can occur during summer, bringing heavy rain and wind.
Compared to nearby islands like Mauritius and Madagascar, La Réunion tends to have more rainfall and higher humidity because of its mountainous terrain. It also experiences more intense cyclones than many neighboring islands in the Indian Ocean.
See the UV index hour by hour for La Réunion, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.