# When is the best time to visit Mallorca?

> When should you go to Mallorca? AEMET climate normals for Palma, month by month: temperature, rain and sunshine for beach, hiking and city days.

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Updated on: 2026-10-02

Mallorca works in every month of the year, but not every month suits every plan. The climate normals published for Palma by AEMET, the Spanish state weather agency, show which month is good for what.

## In short

The best time to visit Mallorca depends on your plan. For beach and swimming, June to September is the most reliable, with mean daily highs of 26.5 to 29.8 °C in Palma and almost no rain in July. For hiking, cycling and sightseeing, April, May and October are better. According to AEMET, October is the wettest month with 69 mm.

## Key points

- The warmest month in Palma is August with a mean daily high of 29.8 °C, while January sits at 15.4 °C.
- July is the driest month: 6 mm of rain and 0.7 rainy days on average.
- October (69 mm), November (59 mm) and September (52 mm) are the wettest months.
- July has the most sunshine with 346 hours, December the least with 151 hours.
- From 1 November to 30 April the tourist tax is in low season, with a 75 per cent reduction.

## How to read the climate figures for Palma

Every figure on this page comes from the Palma, Puerto station of AEMET, the state weather agency. It sits 3 metres above sea level at the port of Palma and covers the period 1981 to 2010. These are thirty-year averages, not a forecast. AEMET counts a rainy day as a day with 1 mm or more of precipitation. A single May can be wetter, or an October drier, than the average.
The values describe the coast near Palma. In the [Serra de Tramuntana](https://mallorcaplaner.com/tramuntana/) winters are colder and wetter, and brief snow on Puig Major is not unusual. Sea temperatures are not part of this AEMET table, so none are quoted here.

## Spring in Mallorca: March to May

In March Palma reaches a mean 17.2 °C by day and 9.6 °C at night, with 28 mm of rain and 205 hours of sunshine. April brings 19.2 °C, 39 mm and 237 hours of sun. In May the figures are 22.5 °C, 36 mm over an average of 3.6 rainy days, and 284 hours of sunshine.
This is the season for active days. It is not yet too hot for long routes, the days are bright and the countryside is green. If you want to go [hiking](https://mallorcaplaner.com/hiking/) or see the [villages](https://mallorcaplaner.com/towns-and-villages/), April and May are a good choice. Swimming in spring is for the hardy.

## Summer in Mallorca: June to August

In June the mean high climbs to 26.5 °C, with only 11 mm of rain and 315 hours of sunshine. July is the driest and sunniest month: 29.4 °C, 6 mm of rain, 346 hours of sun. August is the warmest at 29.8 °C, and nights stay warm too, at a mean 22.5 °C.
Summer is the most reliable time for [beaches](https://mallorcaplaner.com/beaches/) and [boat trips](https://mallorcaplaner.com/boat-trips/). For sightseeing and hiking the midday heat is a drawback. Plan anything active for early morning.

## Autumn in Mallorca: September to November

September still feels like summer at 27.1 °C, but already brings 52 mm of rain and an average of 3 days with thunderstorms. October is the wettest month of the year: 69 mm over an average of 6.7 rainy days, with daytime highs still at 23.7 °C. In November the mean high drops to 19.3 °C and 59 mm falls.
Autumn is a trade-off. The air is milder than in high summer and the island empties out, but you should have a plan for wet days. You will find ideas under [Mallorca on a rainy day](https://mallorcaplaner.com/rainy-day/).

## Winter in Mallorca: December to February

In December Palma records a mean 16.5 °C by day and 9.7 °C at night, with 48 mm of rain and 151 hours of sunshine. January and February are the coolest months at 15.4 and 15.5 °C, with nights a little above 8 °C. The station at the port records no frost days on average.
Winter suits city days in [Palma](https://mallorcaplaner.com/palma/), walks on dry days and anyone looking for quiet. It is not a beach holiday. The tourist tax is in low season, reduced by 75 per cent from 1 November to 30 April.

## Which month for which plan

- Beach and swimming: June to September, most reliably July and August.
- Hiking and cycling: March to May and October, and dry days in winter.
- Sightseeing and city days: April, May, October and the winter months.
- Quiet and a lower tax: November to April.

How to build the rest of the trip is covered in the guide to [planning a Mallorca holiday](https://mallorcaplaner.com/holidays/).

## Climate normals for Palma de Mallorca (Palma, Puerto station), 1981 to 2010

| Month | Mean high °C | Mean low °C | Rainfall mm | Rainy days | Sunshine hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.4 | 8.3 | 42 | 5.8 | 167 |
| February | 15.5 | 8.4 | 37 | 5.6 | 170 |
| March | 17.2 | 9.6 | 28 | 4.5 | 205 |
| April | 19.2 | 11.7 | 39 | 5.1 | 237 |
| May | 22.5 | 15.1 | 36 | 3.6 | 284 |
| June | 26.5 | 18.9 | 11 | 1.7 | 315 |
| July | 29.4 | 21.9 | 6 | 0.7 | 346 |
| August | 29.8 | 22.5 | 22 | 1.9 | 316 |
| September | 27.1 | 19.9 | 52 | 4.7 | 226 |
| October | 23.7 | 16.6 | 69 | 6.7 | 205 |
| November | 19.3 | 12.3 | 59 | 6.4 | 161 |
| December | 16.5 | 9.7 | 48 | 6.5 | 151 |

## Frequently asked questions

### When is the best time for a beach holiday in Mallorca?

June to September is the most reliable period for a beach holiday in Mallorca. According to AEMET, mean daily highs in Palma range from 26.5 to 29.8 °C in those months, and July sees only 6 mm of rain. July and August are the warmest months.

### Which month is the hottest in Mallorca?

August is the hottest month. The AEMET station Palma, Puerto records a mean daily high of 29.8 °C and a mean low of 22.5 °C for 1981 to 2010. July comes close at 29.4 °C and is drier.

### When does it rain most in Mallorca?

It rains most in autumn. According to AEMET, Palma gets an average of 69 mm over 6.7 rainy days in October, 59 mm in November and 52 mm in September. July is the driest month with 6 mm. The annual total is 449 mm.

### How warm is Mallorca in winter?

In winter Palma reaches a mean 15 to 17 °C by day. AEMET gives 16.5 °C for December, 15.4 °C for January and 15.5 °C for February, with nights between 8.3 and 9.7 °C. The Serra de Tramuntana is colder and wetter.

### When is the best time for hiking in Mallorca?

March to May and October are the best months for hiking in Mallorca. Mean daily highs in Palma range from 17.2 to 23.7 °C in those months. In October keep your plans flexible because of the 69 mm of rain, and in high summer it is too hot for long routes.

### How many hours of sunshine does Palma de Mallorca get in a year?

Palma gets 2,779 hours of sunshine a year according to the AEMET normals for 1981 to 2010. July is the sunniest month with 346 hours, followed by August with 316 and June with 315. December has the least sunshine with 151 hours.

### Is Mallorca still warm enough for a holiday in October?

Yes, for many plans. The mean daily high in Palma in October is 23.7 °C and nights average 16.6 °C. October is also the wettest month with 69 mm. It suits hiking and sightseeing well, while a pure beach holiday is less of a sure thing.

## Sources

- [AEMET, Valores climatológicos normales: Palma, Puerto (1981-2010)](https://www.aemet.es/es/serviciosclimaticos/datosclimatologicos/valoresclimatologicos?l=B228&k=bal), checked on 2026-10-02
- [Ley 2/2016 del impuesto sobre estancias turísticas en las Illes Balears, texto consolidado (BOE)](https://www.boe.es/buscar/act.php?id=BOE-A-2016-4175), checked on 2026-10-02
- [Wikipedia (en): Mallorca](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mallorca), checked on 2026-10-02