Commerson Crater Crater
Volcanic crater on Réunion Island
Commerson Crater at a Glance#
How to Get to Commerson Crater#
Commerson Crater and similar features are reached by island roads and hiking trails; on Reunion Island visitors typically travel from Saint‑Denis or Saint‑Pierre and then access trailheads by car or guided tour. Check local volcanic observatory reports for safety updates.
Tips for Visiting Commerson Crater#
- If visiting Reunion Island, coordinate with local guides-mountain weather and volcanic activity change rapidly.
- The crater area is sensitive; follow marked trails and park regulations near volcanic zones.
- Check activity reports if planning to approach active volcanic areas-Piton de la Fournaise has frequent alerts.
Best Time to Visit Commerson Crater#
Dry season is best for access and clearer views of volcanic features.
Dry season (May-Oct)
May-Oct · 12-22°C (54-72°F)
Easier hiking conditions and less cloud cover for viewing the crater.
Wet season (Nov-Apr)
Nov-Apr · 18-28°C (64-82°F)
Higher chance of showers; trails can be slippery and creeks swollen.
Weather & Climate near Commerson Crater#
Climate
Commerson Crater's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in February) and cold winters (coldest in August). Temperatures range from 5°C to 19°C. Abundant rainfall (1674 mm/year), wettest in March.
Air Quality:
AQI 23
Good
Best Time to Visit
NovemberAprilOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 10° - 19° | 15° | 247 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.8 m/s | 2.9 extreme | 13.1h |
| February | Acceptable | 11° - 19° | 15° | 248 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.1 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 12.7h |
| March | Acceptable | 10° - 18° | 14° | 250 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.2 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.1h |
| April | Good | 9° - 16° | 13° | 159 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 5.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.5h |
| May | Good | 8° - 14° | 11° | 98 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.7 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.0h |
| June | Good | 6° - 12° | 6° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 5.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 10.7h |
| July | Good | 5° - 11° | 5° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 10.8h |
| August | Good | 5° - 11° | 5° | 76 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 5.7 m/s | 1.5 high | 11.3h |
| September | Good | 5° - 12° | 6° | 64 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 5.4 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.9h |
| October | Good | 6° - 14° | 10° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 5.1 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.5h |
| November | Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 113 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 5.0 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.0h |
| December | Good | 9° - 18° | 14° | 194 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 4.6 m/s | 2.9 extreme | 13.3h |
