Best time to visit Mallorca
The best time to visit Mallorca for a beach holiday is from late-June to mid-September. July and August are the hottest months, with temperatures rarely falling below 29°C (84°F).
However, anytime from early-May to mid-October is good for a range of outdoor activities.
To avoid the summer heat and crowds, and for hiking and exploring the island, visit Mallorca during May, September and October when you can still bask in clear, sunny days with daily temperatures averaging 24°C (75°F).
Mallorca weather
Mallorca, the largest of the Balearic Islands, enjoys a Mediterranean climate characterised by a long, hot summer and short, mild winter.
The southeast region of Mallorca is generally warmer and drier than the northwest region, while Mallorca’s mountain ranges bring regional climate variations, with cooler temperatures and higher rainfall than the coast.
Summer, from June to September, is hot and sunny, with near-zero rainfall and low humidity. Cooling sea breezes bring some relief and are fairly consistent throughout summer.
Autumn, from October through November, is warm and wet but still sunny. October is the wettest month of the year.
Winter, from December to February, is mild and sunny in coastal regions, with occasional cold spells. January is the coldest month. Rainfall is slight.
Spring is sunny and mild with moderate rainfall.
Here are the average temperatures recorded in the capital, Palma de Mallorca.
What is the best month to visit Mallorca?
June through September are the best months to visit Palma de Mallorca – the climate is perfect with hot, sunny weather and little to no rainfall.
July and August are especially popular, since this is the peak tourist season in Palma de Mallorca.
To avoid the crowds, higher prices and extreme heat of summer, the months of May and October are also good for a range of outdoor activities.
Which is the hottest month in Mallorca?
The hottest month in Palma de Mallorca is usually August, with maximum daytime temperatures of 31°C (87°F), with high heat and humidity and a low of 19°C (66°F).
However, on the warmest days of the month, the temperature usually reaches around 37°C (98°F).
The hot summer season lasts from mid-June to mid-September, with an average daily high temperature above 28°C (82°F).
Which is the coldest month in Mallorca?
The coldest month in Mallorca is January, with an average high temperature of 15°C (59°F) and an average night-time low of 5°C (41°F).
The cool winter season lasts from mid-November through March, with an average daily high temperature below 18°C (64°F).
Which is the sunniest month in Mallorca?
The sunniest month in Mallorca is usually July with bright sunshine on average for 76% of daylight hours; that's 11 hours of sunshine per day.
What is the humidity in Mallorca?
Mallorca experiences seasonal variation in perceived humidity, with approximate average relative humidity calculated at between 67% – 81% over the course of the year.
The more humid time of year lasts from mid-June through September, when you can expect the comfort level to be muggy at least 17% of the time.
The month with the most muggy days in Mallorca is August, with around 19 days that are muggy.
We derive the humidity comfort level from the dew point temperature, which measures moisture content in the air. A higher dew point feels muggy and uncomfortable.
November through May is generally comfortable, with no days in any month that are muggy.
When is the sea warmest in Mallorca?
The sea is usually at its warmest in Mallorca in August when the water temperature reaches 26°C (78°F), which is pleasant for swimming.
The time of year with warmer water lasts from July through September, with an average temperature above 24°C (75°F), which is warm enough for swimming.
Which month has the most rain in Mallorca?
October is usually the wettest month in Mallorca with 70mm (3in) on average. There are normally six days in October with some rain.
The rainy period of the year lasts from early-September to mid-May, with a greater than 14% chance of a given day being a wet day.
There's little or no rainfall from mid-May through to early-September. July has the least rainfall.
Which is the windiest month in Mallorca?
The windiest month of the year in Mallorca is December, with an average hourly wind speed of 21 kilometres per hour (13 mph; 11 knots).
The windy part of the year lasts from early-October through April, with average wind speeds of more than 16 kilometres per hour (10 mph; 8.6 knots).
The less-windy time of year lasts from May to early-October. The calmest month of the year in Mallorca is July, with an average hourly wind speed of 12 kilometres per hour (7.5 mph; 6.5 knots).
The predominant average hourly wind direction varies throughout the year in Mallorca.
Palma de Mallorca Weather Averages
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| Average high temperature (°C) | |||||||||||
| 15 | 15 | 18 | 20 | 24 | 28 | 31 | 31 | 28 | 24 | 19 | 16 |
| Average low temperature (°C) | |||||||||||
| 5 | 5 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 16 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 14 | 9 | 6 |
| Average daily sunshine (hrs) | |||||||||||
| 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 |
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| 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 9 |
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| Average relative humidity (%) | |||||||||||
| 81 | 79 | 76 | 74 | 71 | 67 | 67 | 70 | 74 | 78 | 80 | 81 |
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| 2 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 2 |
| Average days of rainfall (≥1mm) | |||||||||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Average monthly rainfall (mm) | |||||||||||
| 35 | 30 | 30 | 35 | 25 | 15 | 7 | 16 | 50 | 70 | 50 | 45 |
| Average wind speed (km/h) | |||||||||||
| 20 | 20 | 18 | 17 | 16 | 13 | 12 | 13 | 15 | 18 | 20 | 21 |
| Average sea temperature (°C) | |||||||||||
| 14 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 17 | 21 | 24 | 26 | 24 | 22 | 18 | 16 |
| Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain | |||||||||||
Holiday seasons
Peak season: July and August – temperatures can soar beyond 30°C (86°F), with many hotels booked out and traffic, restaurants and beaches at their most congested.
Of course, if you like the buzz of lots of people then this is the best time to go, especially for clubbing.
High season: June and September: not quite as bad as July and August for crowds.
Low season: Winter, spring and autumn when prices are competitive with minimal foreign visitors or Spanish tourists. April and May are good months for hiking.
Note: Many hotels and restaurants are closed between November and March.
Mallorca weather by month
Source: Meteorological data for Palma de Mallorca is based on weather statistics gathered for the 30-year period 1991 to 2020 by Agencia Estatal de Meteorología (AEMET) – Spain's meteorological agency – from the nearest weather station: Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI), located 8km (5mi) east of Palma de Mallorca.
Advice on the best time to visit a particular destination is based on average local weather statistics, when the weather conditions are generally better than at other times of the year. We consider high and low temperatures, risk of rain (and thunderstorms, etc.), amount of sunshine and sea temperature. For general outdoor activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 18°C (64°F) and 27°C (80°F); and for hot-weather activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 24°C (75°F) and 32°C (89°F). Often, the best times to visit correspond to high season and therefore involve higher prices.
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Latest update: Best time to visit Mallorca: 11 May, 2024
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