The best months to visit Palma de Mallorca are April, May, June, September and October, when average highs sit in the comfortable low-to-high 20s and the Mediterranean sun is generous. May pairs a 23.7 °C average high with 8 rain days and 12.4 hours of sunshine a day, while October cools to 23.9 °C — ideal for exploring La Seu Cathedral and the old town on foot. July and August are peak season, with highs around 32 °C and the heaviest school-holiday crowds and prices. Winter is the quiet low season: mild but shorter on daylight, with highs near 15 °C.
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Palma de Mallorca month by month
Average highs and lows (°C), 2016–2025. Highlighted bars are the best months.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.9 °C | 8.5 °C | 6 | 8.2 h |
| February | 16.1 °C | 8.5 °C | 5 | 8.8 h |
| March | 17.4 °C | 10.3 °C | 9 | 10.1 h |
| April | 20 °C | 12 °C | 8 | 10.9 h |
| May | 23.7 °C | 15.2 °C | 8 | 12.4 h |
| June | 28.9 °C | 19.7 °C | 5 | 13.3 h |
| July | 32.2 °C | 22.6 °C | 3 | 13.7 h |
| August | 32 °C | 22.8 °C | 4 | 12.6 h |
| September | 27.7 °C | 20.1 °C | 9 | 10.6 h |
| October | 23.9 °C | 16.8 °C | 9 | 9.6 h |
| November | 18.7 °C | 12.8 °C | 9 | 7.8 h |
| December | 16.3 °C | 9.9 °C | 7 | 7.9 h |
How the months are picked.A month qualifies when its average high sits in the comfortable 20–28 °C band (scored down towards 9 °C and 37 °C), rain days are few and sunshine hours are high — at least 78 % of the city's best-scoring month. July and August are then set aside as peak season (school-holiday crowds and prices) whenever at least three other months qualify; where summer is the only comfortable window they stay. Figures are ten-year averages (2016-01-01 to 2025-12-31) from ERA5 reanalysis data via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) for the city centre coordinates.
When to go, and what to expect
Spring (Mar–May)
Prime time for sightseeing and coastal walks before the summer heat.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
June is the sweet spot; July–August suit beach lovers who don't mind heat and crowds.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
September and October are excellent — warm sea, softer light, fewer people.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Best for budget-minded travellers and city sightseeing, though the sea is too cool for swimming.
Notable events
- January
- Sant Sebastià (Palma's patron-saint festival with street bonfires and concerts)
- March or April
- Semana Santa (Holy Week processions)
- June
- Nit de Foc / Sant Joan midsummer celebrations
- December (Dec 31)
- Festa de l'Estendard (one of Europe's oldest civic celebrations)
Frequently asked
Is Palma de Mallorca too hot in August?
It can feel intense — August averages a high of 32 °C with just 4 rain days and 12.6 hours of sunshine a day. It's fine for the beach but hot for long walks, and it's the busiest, priciest time.
What is the rainiest month in Palma de Mallorca?
Rain is spread thinly: March, September, October and November each see about 9 rain days, the most of the year. Even then, sunshine remains plentiful.
Is winter worth visiting Palma de Mallorca?
Yes, for mild city breaks. Highs run 14.9–16.3 °C with 8.2–8.8 hours of sunshine a day in January and February — great for La Seu Cathedral and quiet streets, though too cool for swimming.
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Sources
- Open-Meteo historical weather API — monthly climate normals, 2016–2025 (CC BY 4.0)
- ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF / Copernicus) — the underlying temperature, precipitation and sunshine data
- ReasonStay methodology — how the best months are computed and checked
An independent guide to Palma de Mallorca — honest, verified, no invented data. Climate figures: ERA5 via Open-Meteo, 2016–2025 averages; the best months are computed from them, not opinion.