The best time to visit Mallorca – month by month
The best time for a villa holiday in Mallorca is June and September: 26–28 °C air temperature, a sea of 22–25 °C and fewer crowds than in July and August. For hiking and cycling, April, May and October are ideal.
Mallorca's climate by month
Mallorca has a Mediterranean climate with around 300 days of sunshine a year. The figures below are long-term averages for the coast near Palma (source: Spanish weather service AEMET); inland it is 2–4 °C hotter in summer.
| Month | Air (day) | Sea | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| January–February | 15–16 °C | 14 °C | Peace, almond blossom, heated pool |
| March–April | 18–20 °C | 15–16 °C | Hiking, cycling, Easter |
| May | 23–24 °C | 18 °C | Hiking, first swims |
| June | 27–28 °C | 22 °C | Swimming, families before school holidays |
| July–August | 30–31 °C | 25–26 °C | Beach, pool, summer holidays |
| September | 27–28 °C | 25 °C | Warm sea, fewer crowds |
| October | 23–24 °C | 22 °C | Late summer, hiking |
| November–December | 16–19 °C | 16–19 °C | Peace, city break in Palma |
High season: July and August
During the summer holidays Mallorca is at its hottest and busiest. Villas are often booked months ahead and some are only rented by the week. If you must travel then, enquire 6–9 months in advance.
Our tip: June and September
In June the sea is already warm enough to swim; in September it reaches its highest temperature of the year. Prices are below high season and beaches are quieter – ideal for groups and celebrations.
Shoulder season with a heated pool
From October to May the sea is usually too cool for long swims. A villa with a heated pool such as Oasis Del Mar still makes it a swimming holiday – at a pleasant 20–24 °C and noticeably lower prices.
FAQ
When is the sea warmest in Mallorca?
In August and September, when the Mediterranean around Mallorca averages 25–26 °C.
Can you swim in Mallorca in October?
Yes. In early October the sea is still around 22 °C and the air 23–24 °C – good conditions for beach days.
When is Mallorca cheapest?
From November to March flights and villas are cheapest; a heated pool is recommended at this time.
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