Updated 21 July 2026
Mallorca Weather by Month & the Best Time to Visit (2026)
The sweet spot is May–June and September–October: warm days, a sea that's actually swimmable, and far fewer people than peak. July and August are hotter (around 30 °C), busier and pricier — perfect for a beach-and-pool holiday, less so for exploring. Winter is mild and very quiet, with the almond blossom in late January and February, though many coastal resorts shut for the season.
Mallorca has a classic Mediterranean climate: hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. Below is what to expect month by month — real averages for daytime highs, sea temperature and rain — so you can match your trip to the weather you actually want.
What the weather is really like in Mallorca month by month — daytime highs, sea temperatures and rainfall — plus the honest best time to visit depending on whether you want beaches, hiking or quiet.
Mallorca weather month by month
These are long-term averages for the Palma area — the coast is a degree or two milder than the interior, and the Tramuntana mountains are cooler and wetter than anywhere else on the island. They're average daily highs, so they read cooler than a hot afternoon feels: in July and August the thermometer regularly climbs into the mid-30s, especially inland away from the sea breeze.
| Month | Day high | Night low | Sea | In a word |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15 °C | 6 °C | 15 °C | Cool & quiet |
| February | 15 °C | 6 °C | 14 °C | Almond blossom |
| March | 18 °C | 8 °C | 14 °C | Spring begins |
| April | 20 °C | 10 °C | 16 °C | Mild & green |
| May | 23 °C | 13 °C | 18 °C | Warm, uncrowded |
| June | 27 °C | 17 °C | 22 °C | Summer starts |
| July | 31 °C | 21 °C | 25 °C | Hot & dry |
| August | 31 °C | 22 °C | 26 °C | Hottest & busiest |
| September | 27 °C | 19 °C | 25 °C | Warm sea, calmer |
| October | 24 °C | 15 °C | 22 °C | Mild, wettest |
| November | 19 °C | 11 °C | 19 °C | Cooling down |
| December | 16 °C | 8 °C | 16 °C | Mild & quiet |
Two numbers matter most when you're planning: the sea sits above a comfortable 22 °C from June to October (warmest at 25–26 °C in July–September), and the rain falls mostly in autumn, not summer.
Spring (March–May): green, mild and quiet
Spring is the island at its prettiest and least crowded. The countryside is green, wildflowers are out, and daytime temperatures climb from a fresh 18 °C in March to a pleasant 23 °C by May. It's the best season for hiking and cycling — Mallorca is a serious cycling destination precisely because spring is warm but not brutal.
The honest catch: the sea is still cold (14–18 °C), so this is a season for walking the coast, not swimming it. April and May can also throw the odd shower. Come for the Tramuntana and day trips, not a tan.
Summer (June–August): hot, dry and busy
This is beach season, and it delivers: reliable sunshine, almost no rain, and a sea that reaches a bath-like 25–26 °C. June is the pick of the three — properly warm and swimmable but before the peak crush.
The trade-offs are real. July and August push past 30 °C, often into the mid-30s, with warm nights, the biggest crowds and the highest prices, and the famous coves fill by mid-morning (see our best beaches guide). Book accommodation, restaurants and car hire well ahead. If summer is your only option and heat worries you, base yourself in the Tramuntana mountains or the north (Pollença, Sóller), which stay a few degrees cooler and greener than the baking south. There's plenty on — see what's on in summer.
Autumn (September–October): the local favourite
Ask people who live here and many will tell you autumn is the best time of all. September keeps summer's warmth (27 °C) and its warm sea (25 °C) but loses the worst of the crowds, and early October is still mild and swimmable, with the water holding around 22 °C.
The catch is rain: October and November are the wettest months of the year, typically short, heavy downpours rather than all-day grey. Pack for sun with a backup plan, and you get the island's best value and calmest beaches.
Winter (November–February): mild, cheap and empty
Mallorca's winter is mild rather than warm — daytime highs of 15–16 °C, cool nights, and the occasional wet spell. It's not beach weather, and many coastal resorts and their restaurants close from November to March, so a beach-town base can feel like a ghost town.
But Palma stays fully alive and makes a lovely, cheap winter city break, and the mountains are perfect for walking. The quiet highlight is the almond blossom in late January and February, when millions of trees turn the countryside white and pink — one of the island's loveliest and least-known sights. New here? Start with our things to know before you go.
Preguntas frecuentes
What is the best time to visit Mallorca?+
For most people, May–June and September–October: warm days, a sea that's comfortable for swimming from June onward, and far fewer crowds than peak. July and August are hottest and busiest (best for a pure beach holiday); winter is mild and very quiet.
What is the best month to visit Mallorca?+
June and September are the strongest all-rounders — warm (around 27 °C), a sea of 22–25 °C, and calmer than the July–August peak. May is lovely for hiking and mild weather but the sea is still cool at about 18 °C.
Is Mallorca too hot in August?+
August is the hottest month, with daytime highs around 31 °C (and hotter still on peak days), warm nights and the year's biggest crowds and prices. It's fine for a beach-and-pool holiday but tough for hiking or sightseeing. Basing yourself in the Tramuntana mountains or the north keeps you a few degrees cooler.
When is the sea warm enough to swim in Mallorca?+
The sea is above a comfortable 22 °C from June to October, and warmest at 25–26 °C from July to September. May is swimmable but brisk (around 18 °C), and in winter the water drops to 14–15 °C, which is cold for most people.
When does it rain in Mallorca?+
Mallorca has a dry Mediterranean climate. Summer is very dry (July sees almost no rain), while October and November are the wettest months — usually short, heavy downpours rather than all-day rain. Spring can bring the odd shower.
Is Mallorca warm in winter?+
It's mild, not warm: daytime highs of around 15–16 °C, cool nights and some wet spells. It isn't beach weather, and many coastal resorts and restaurants close from November to March, though Palma and the mountains stay open and pleasant for city breaks and walking.
When is the almond blossom in Mallorca?+
Late January to February, when the island's almond trees bloom white and pink across the countryside. It's a quiet, beautiful low-season draw and one of Mallorca's least-known sights.
What is the weather like in Mallorca in October?+
October is mild and the wettest month of the year: daytime highs around 24 °C and a sea still comfortably swimmable at about 22 °C, but with the year's heaviest rain — usually short, sharp downpours rather than all-day grey. It's excellent shoulder-season value, with warm-enough water and a fraction of the summer crowds.
What is the weather like in Mallorca in September?+
September is many locals' favourite month: daytime highs around 27 °C and a sea at its warmest, roughly 25 °C, but with noticeably fewer crowds than August. Rain is still low early in the month and picks up towards the end. It's one of the best times of year for a warm-sea beach holiday without the peak crush.
What is the weather like in Mallorca in June?+
June is the pick of the summer months: reliably sunny, very little rain, daytime highs around 27 °C and a sea that has warmed to a comfortable 22 °C. It has proper beach weather but comes before the July–August peak in crowds and prices.
What is the weather like in Mallorca in May?+
May is warm and green, with daytime highs around 23 °C — ideal for hiking and cycling — and far fewer crowds than summer. The catch is the sea, still cool at about 18 °C, so it's swimmable but brisk. Expect mostly sunny days with the occasional shower.
What is the weather like in Mallorca in April?+
April is mild spring weather: daytime highs around 20 °C, a green countryside and the odd shower. The sea is still cold at roughly 16 °C, so this is a month for walking the coast rather than swimming it — great for sightseeing and hiking before the heat arrives.
What is the weather like in Mallorca in March?+
March is early spring: daytime highs around 18 °C, cooler nights and a cold sea of about 14 °C. It's quiet and green, with the tail end of the almond blossom, and good for hiking — but not for the beach.
What is the weather like in Mallorca in February?+
February is mild winter weather: daytime highs around 15 °C, cool nights and the coldest sea of the year at about 14 °C. It's the peak of the almond blossom, when the countryside turns white and pink, and a quiet, cheap time to visit — just not for swimming.