Best time to visit
Best Time to Visit Mallorca
The largest Balearic island, with the historic capital Palma, dramatic Tramuntana mountains and dozens of beaches and coves. It is one of Europe's most popular summer holiday islands.
Best time to visit: May, June and September for warm, sunny weather with fewer crowds; July and August are hot and busiest.
Local tip: Visit popular coves early in the day in summer — car parks and beaches fill up quickly.
Getting around: Buses connect Palma to the main towns; a car gives the most freedom for coves and mountain villages.
Good to know: Winters are mild but quieter: some resorts close hotels and restaurants from November to March.
What to plan your trip around
- Palma Cathedral (La Seu)
A Gothic cathedral rising above Palma's seafront.
- Serra de Tramuntana
A UNESCO-listed mountain range with stone villages like Valldemossa and Deià.
- Cala Mondragó
A protected natural park with sheltered sandy coves.
- Sóller
A valley town reached by a vintage wooden train from Palma.
Mallorca weather by month
Mallorca weather by month
Average temperatures and rainfall Mallorca gets in each month (2011–2020). Tap a month for the full breakdown.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C | 9°C | 42 mm | 78% |
| February | 15°C | 9°C | 41 mm | 75% |
| March | 17°C | 10°C | 36 mm | 73% |
| April | 20°C | 13°C | 48 mm | 72% |
| May | 23°C | 16°C | 25 mm | 67% |
| June | 28°C | 19°C | 24 mm | 65% |
| July | 31°C | 23°C | 8 mm | 62% |
| August | 31°C | 23°C | 11 mm | 66% |
| September | 27°C | 21°C | 55 mm | 72% |
| October | 23°C | 17°C | 61 mm | 76% |
| November | 18°C | 13°C | 56 mm | 77% |
| December | 16°C | 11°C | 27 mm | 79% |
Mallorca through the year
January · 14° / 9°C · 42 mm
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between Palma Cathedral (La Seu) and Serra de Tramuntana.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 5°C).
April · 20° / 13°C · 48 mm
- Temperatures are climbing — May is around 4°C warmer.
- Mallorca is usually about 2°C warmer than Manacor, 50 km away, in April.
July · 31° / 23°C · 8 mm
- Only one month is warmer in Mallorca than July.
- Rain is well below Mallorca's usual level (around 78% less).
October · 23° / 17°C · 61 mm
- It's wetter than a typical month in Mallorca — roughly 69% more rain than average.
- Good walking weather for combining Serra de Tramuntana and Palma Cathedral (La Seu) in one day.
The best time to visit Mallorca is March, May and June, when average highs are 17–28°C and rainfall is around 28 mm a month.
At a glance
When to go to Mallorca, season by season
December – February
Good15° / 9°C · 37 mm
Comfortable weather overall, with fewer visitors than peak season.
March – May
Best time20° / 13°C · 36 mm
Pleasant temperatures and relatively little rain: the best window for sightseeing and time outdoors.
June – August
Good30° / 22°C · 14 mm
Comfortable weather overall, with fewer visitors than peak season.
Frequently asked questions
- When is the best time to visit Mallorca?
- For pleasant, fairly dry weather, go to Mallorca in March, May and June. Average highs are then 17–28°C.
- Why is March a good time to visit Mallorca?
- In March, Mallorca averages 17°C by day and 10°C at night, with about 36 mm of rain and 45% cloud cover: warm enough to be outdoors without the peak heat or the wettest weather.
- What is the warmest month in Mallorca?
- August is the warmest month in Mallorca, with average highs of 31°C and lows of 23°C.
- What is the coldest month in Mallorca?
- January is the coldest month in Mallorca: average highs of 14°C, dropping to 9°C at night.
- When does it rain the most in Mallorca?
- October is the wettest month in Mallorca with about 61 mm of rain. The driest is July, with around 8 mm.
- When is the worst time to visit Mallorca?
- August is the least comfortable month for sightseeing in Mallorca, with average highs of 31°C. If you go then, plan outdoor visits for early morning.
- Is the shoulder season a good time to visit Mallorca?
- Yes. February and April sit just outside the best months for Mallorca, with average highs of 15–20°C and about 45 mm of rain a month. Weather-wise, they are a good alternative to the peak months.
- How can I check the weather in Mallorca before I travel?
- Compare the live forecast for Mallorca from three independent weather services on WeatherCompare. When they agree, the forecast is more reliable.
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