Weather in September
September marks the beginning of the warming phase in
Piton Saint-Leu,
Reunion, bringing a refreshing change from the ongoing chill. A considerable climb in sea temperature to 24.2°C (75.6°F) signifies the return of the tropical environment after the cold, milder climate. As the island moves towards the fourth quarter, daylight hours rise quite significantly. This month then sets the stage for
October, wherein the island is fully embraced by warmer weather once again.
Sea temperature
With an average sea temperature of 23.7°C (74.7°F), September is the month with the coldest seawater in Piton Saint-Leu.
Note: Swimming in 23.7°C (74.7°F) can be enjoyable or not, depending on how you feel about the cold and conditions such as sunshine, wind, and the day's temperature. FYI: Olympic standards dictate waters of 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).
Daylight
In September, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of September, in Piton Saint-Leu, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:17 +04.