January is a warm and sunny month at La Pointe au Sel, Saint Leu, La Reunion, with occasional rainfall. The sea is calm and clear, making it perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and diving. Sunbathing is also enjoyable during this month. Surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing are popular due to the consistent trade winds. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.
January is one of the most popular months for beach holidays in La Reunion, as it is the peak of the summer season. The weather is hot and sunny, and the beach at La Pointe au Sel, Saint Leu can get quite crowded, especially on weekends and public holidays like New Year's Day. Families, tourists, and locals all flock to the beach to enjoy the warm ocean waters and outdoor activities.
The average maximum temperature in La Pointe au Sel in January is 31°. The average maximum temperature is 30° in the previous month and 31° in the next month.
The average temperature in La Pointe au Sel in January is 28°. The average temperature ranges is 28° in the previous month and 28° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in La Pointe au Sel in January is 26°. The minimum temperature is 25° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in La Pointe au Sel in January are 13.3 and there are 8.2 hours of sunshine per day on average during January making it a sunny month with few clouds.
The ultraviolet index in La Pointe au Sel in January is typically 15.5 during January. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in La Pointe au Sel in January is 26.8° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average maximum wind speed in La Pointe au Sel in January is typically 27kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 28kmh in the previous month and 29kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in La Pointe au Sel in January is typically 15kmh. The average wind speed is 16kmh in the previous month and 17kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in La Pointe au Sel in January is from the South.
