Sea, °CAfternoon air, °CCrowds, 1 to 5
About the figures
All values are typical figures for Palma, rounded from long-term averages: the afternoon high and the night low in the shade, the sea at the surface, sunshine in hours per day and the number of days with at least a millimetre of rain. Any single year can differ, and the mountains are several degrees cooler than the coast.
Crowds are our own estimate of how busy roads, beaches and villages feel. The fiestas are explained in the guide to fiestas and traditions, and the seasons in when to go, month by month.
Questions
What is the best month to visit Mallorca?
For most people May, June, September and early October: warm, long days, a swimmable sea from June and far fewer people than in July and August. Walkers and cyclists prefer March, April, October and November.
When is the sea warm enough to swim?
From June to October the sea is above 21 °C, warmest in August and September at around 25 to 26 °C. Hardy swimmers start in May; in winter it falls to about 14 °C.
When do the almond trees flower?
Usually from late January to the end of February, depending on the winter. The orchards of the central plain and the south are white and pink for a few weeks.
Is Mallorca worth visiting in winter?
Yes, if you come for walking, culture, markets and quiet villages rather than beaches. Many seasonal hotels close, but Palma, Sóller and Pollença stay alive, and the light is clear.
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