Outdoor activities Potential
Suboptimal
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
October, November, May
Avoid (Extreme Weather)
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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🥾 Planning a hiking trip to Piton de la Fournaise?
The best time to visit Piton de la Fournaise for hiking is October, November, May, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to look into where to stay and how to organize your hikes in advance.
Climate Heatmap
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Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in Piton de la Fournaise, with open trails and longer daylight hours.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Piton de la Fournaise
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 29Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 24° | 247 |
February | 27Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 24° | 303 |
March | 30Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 24° | 279 |
April | 40Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 23° | 174 |
May | 45Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 21° | 141 |
June | 45Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 20° | 103 |
July | 45Poor Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 19° | 92 |
August | 45Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 19° | 102 |
September | 45Poor Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 20° | 75 |
October | 60Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 21° | 76 |
November | 54Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 22° | 82 |
December | 37Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 24° | 165 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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