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Saint-Philippe, Reunion

Réunion · Reunion

Saint-Philippe is a small city in Réunion, Reunion with a population of 5,441. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,441 Population 105/sq mi density
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
56.0 in Annual Rain
Indian / Reunion Timezone

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About Saint-Philippe

Saint-Philippe

Saint-Philippe is a commune in the French overseas department of Réunion. It is located in the southeast of the island.

People

Population5,441
Density105/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain56.0 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Population5,441
Population Density105 / sq mi
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates-21.3609°, 55.7679°
TimezoneIndian/Reunion
Country🇷🇪 Reunion
State / ProvinceRéunion
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation56.0 inches (1,422 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Saint-Philippe

Saint-Philippe is a small city in Reunion (Réunion) with a population of 5,441. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.0 inches. The timezone is Indian/Reunion.

Saint-Philippe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average70.4°F
30% above Reunion avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area52.0 sq mi (134.7 km²)
Population Density105/sq mi
Coordinates-21.3609°N, 55.7679°W
TimezoneIndian/Reunion

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.0"
47% above Reunion avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.99"
Driest Month (Oct) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3.

Apr 5, 2007 15 km WSW of Sainte-Rose, Reunion M5.3 22 km
Feb 27, 2018 76 km ENE of Sainte-Rose, Reunion M4.1 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

20 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Garance Category 3 49 km
2024 Belal Category 2 29 km
2023 Freddy Category 4 246 km
2022 Batsirai Category 4 250 km
2020 Calvinia Category 1 232 km
2018 Fakir Category 1 55 km
2014 Bejisa Category 4 76 km
2013 Dumile Category 1 157 km
2007 Gamede Category 2 282 km
2002 Dina Category 4 142 km
2001 Ando Category 4 269 km
2000 Connie Category 2 195 km
2000 Eline:leone Category 1 218 km
1999 Davina Category 2 29 km
1997 Chantelle:daniella Category 2 142 km
1995 Kylie Category 2 83 km
1994 Hollanda Category 3 25 km
1993 Colina Category 2 80 km
1989 Firinga Category 2 58 km
1986 Erinesta Category 2 235 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Fournaise, Piton de la (14 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Fournaise, Piton de la Shield 2,632 m (8,635 ft) 2020 14 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 7.1 in Warmest
February 76°F (24°C) 6.9 in
March 75°F (24°C) 8.0 in Wettest
April 73°F (23°C) 6.7 in
May 70°F (21°C) 5.5 in
June 67°F (19°C) 3.9 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.3 in
August 65°F (18°C) 3.0 in Coldest
September 66°F (19°C) 2.4 in
October 68°F (20°C) 1.8 in Driest
November 71°F (22°C) 2.8 in
December 74°F (23°C) 4.6 in

Saint-Philippe has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 65°F in August to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 56.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.0") and October the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Saint-Philippe

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire de Basse Vallée - - - -
École primaire du Tremblet - - - -
École Élementaire du Centre Saint-Philippe - - - -
École maternelle du centre la Marine - - - -
École primaire Baril - - - -
École primaire Matouta - - - -
Collège Bory de Saint-Vincent - - - -
Collège Bory de Saint-Vincent - - - -
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Radio Stations near Saint-Philippe

20 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Réunion la 1ère (La1er) local news MP3 128 kbps
Sunlight FM 974, créole MP3 128 kbps
102FM.RE créole, réunion MP3 320 kbps
SENSUELLE RADIO (MU) 70, 80 MP3 320 kbps
MaronRfm - MP3 128 kbps
Sensuelle Radio Réunion 974, créole MP3 320 kbps
Hit FM Réunion créole, réunion MP3 160 kbps
Radio Oxygène Réunion 974, créole MP3 320 kbps
Konect Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Capital FM Réunion 974, créole MP3 128 kbps
Radio Merveille Océan Indien 974, créole MP3 128 kbps
RC Radio Reconnaissance du Coeur 974, créole MP3 128 kbps
Kreolkoneksyon Radio 974, créole MP3 128 kbps
Waho 974, créole MP3 128 kbps
Azot Radio creole, réunion MP3 128 kbps
Top Fm Maxi Dance 974, créole MP3 128 kbps
Passion Tropical créole, réunion MP3 128 kbps
Radio Pikan créole, réunion MP3 320 kbps
Music Intense 974 974, créole MP3 128 kbps
SUN FM | 97.8 | 102 | 94.1 974, créole MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Saint-Philippe

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Au Bon Roi Louis
Cité du Volcan
Far Far de Bézaves
Maison du Laurina

Libraries in Saint-Philippe

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Marc Henri Pinot0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Langevin0.0
Francois Mitterrand0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Mediathèque de Bourg-Murat0.0
Médiathèque de la Plaine des Cafres0.0
Médiathèque Du Sud Sauvage0.0
Médiathèque Paulette Pégou0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Philippe

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle François Mitterrand
Marché forain
Marché Solidari'Terre

Hotels in Saint-Philippe

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coco vanille
Le Baril

Restaurants in Saint-Philippe

17 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Auberge Guimard
Cap Méchant Restaurant St Philippe
Chez Moustache
Domaine du Vacoa
L'Étoile de Mer
La Bicyclette Gourmande
La Case Volcan
La Guinguette
La Mer cassée
Le 57
Le gourmand
Le Pinpin
Le Ti Récif
Les Vacoas
Restaurant des Laves
Vanille et Goyaviers
Warren Hasting

Bus Stations in Saint-Philippe

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Saint Philippe Bus Station

Gas Stations in Saint-Philippe

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Total

Banks in Saint-Philippe

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gabier Crédit Agricole

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Philippe

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Saint-Philippe

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Roland Garros AirportRUNLarge Airport
Saint-Pierre Pierrefonds AirportZSELarge Airport
Adventure Reunion Paramotor Field-Small Airport
Cambaie Airfield-Small Airport
Grand Coude Altisurface-Small Airport
Saint-Leu Paraglider Field-Small Airport
Uca Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Saint-Philippe

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Agence postale de Basse Vallée
Agence Postale de Saint-Philippe

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Philippe

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Saint-Expédit
Église
Église de Saint-Philippe

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Waterfalls
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Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Indian/Reunion

🇷🇪 About Reunion

Capital Saint-Denis
Population 776,948
Area 2,517 km²
HDI 0.850
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages French
Calling code +262
TLD .re
Driving side right

Volcanoes Near Saint-Philippe

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Fournaise, Piton de la Shield 2,632 m 2020

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Philippe

What is the population of Saint-Philippe?

Saint-Philippe has a population of 5,441 residents and is located in Reunion. The population density is 105 people per square mile, spread across 52.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Saint-Philippe?

Saint-Philippe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.0 inches.

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