Destination guide
Es Cana weather by month
June to August is the best time to visit Es Cana for warm, mostly dry beach weather. June averages 27°C by day, while July and August reach 30°C, making shade and breaks from the midday heat more important. September is a good alternative if warm sea water matters more than reliably dry days. Spring suits travellers who prefer gentler warmth, while winter is better for time outdoors in layers than for a holiday built around swimming.
The climate here is within a degree of Santa Eulalia, so if you are choosing between the two, the weather will not decide it for you.
- Hottest month
- 29.9°CAugust
- Coolest month
- 14.6°CJanuary
- Warmest sea
- 26.5°CAugust
- Flight from London
- 2 h 24 minShort-haul (up to 4.5 h) · estimated
Es Cana, month by month
Month-by-month detail pages exist for our most searched destinations; for Es Cana the 12-month table below carries the full picture.
A little perspective
Es Cana through the year
Every month at a glance; "best" marks our three top months on warmth, dryness and sunshine.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.6°C | 10.3°C | 14.8°C | 5.4 | 33 | 6 | 0% |
| February | 14.8°C | 10.1°C | 14.1°C | 6.2 | 25 | 5 | 0% |
| March | 17.0°C | 11.6°C | 14.5°C | 7.0 | 22 | 4 | 0% |
| April | 19.1°C | 13.4°C | 15.8°C | 7.7 | 27 | 5 | 0% |
| May | 22.5°C | 16.2°C | 18.4°C | 8.6 | 20 | 3 | 18% |
| Junebest | 26.6°C | 19.9°C | 22.0°C | 11.0 | 8 | 2 | 74% |
| Julybest | 29.5°C | 22.9°C | 25.2°C | 12.3 | 3 | 1 | 98% |
| Augustbest | 29.9°C | 23.8°C | 26.5°C | 10.6 | 14 | 2 | 98% |
| September | 26.6°C | 21.6°C | 25.2°C | 7.6 | 43 | 5 | 75% |
| October | 22.8°C | 18.3°C | 22.5°C | 6.1 | 45 | 6 | 21% |
| November | 18.2°C | 14.3°C | 19.1°C | 5.3 | 48 | 7 | 0% |
| December | 15.5°C | 11.6°C | 16.3°C | 5.0 | 35 | 5 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
Best months here
On warmth, low rainfall and sunshine, start with these.
When to go to Es Cana
For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: June, July, August, September. November is the wettest month (48 mm, about 7 rainy days) and July the driest (3 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 26.5°C and coolest in February at 14.1°C.
Getting there
A direct flight from London Gatwick to Ibiza Airport (IBZ, 19 km from Santa Eulària des Riu) takes roughly 2 h 24 min - short-haul (up to 4.5 h) by UK standards. Time-zone: Europe/Madrid.
Records and extremes, 1991-2020
The hottest day recorded in Es Cana between 1991 and 2020 reached 37.3°C on 7 July 2019; the coldest fell to 2.7°C on 4 February 2012. In August one day in ten tops 32.2°C and about 53% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 7.8°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was September 1996 with 186 mm, against a September average of 43 mm.
Sunrise, sunset and daylight in Es Cana
Local time on the 15th of each month; daylight-saving rules as of 2020.
| Month (15th) | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | Sunshine/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 08:11 | 17:54 | 9.7 h | 5.4 h |
| February | 07:46 | 18:30 | 10.7 h | 6.2 h |
| March | 07:05 | 19:00 | 11.9 h | 7.0 h |
| April | 07:17 | 20:31 | 13.2 h | 7.7 h |
| May | 06:41 | 20:59 | 14.3 h | 8.6 h |
| June | 06:28 | 21:21 | 14.9 h | 11.0 h |
| July | 06:41 | 21:19 | 14.6 h | 12.3 h |
| August | 07:07 | 20:49 | 13.7 h | 10.6 h |
| September | 07:35 | 20:03 | 12.5 h | 7.6 h |
| October | 08:03 | 19:16 | 11.2 h | 6.1 h |
| November | 07:37 | 17:40 | 10.1 h | 5.3 h |
| December | 08:06 | 17:32 | 9.4 h | 5.0 h |
Spring: comfortable days, but the sea takes time to warm
Spring brings a steady improvement in daytime warmth. March averages 17°C, April reaches 19°C and May gets to 22°C, so May is the strongest choice for sitting outside without summer heat. The catch is the water: even in May, the sea averages 18°C, which can feel brisk if you like a leisurely swim. March and April are better suited to walking and spending time outdoors with a layer handy. Nights stay cooler than the afternoons, so pack a jumper or light jacket rather than relying entirely on summer clothes. Rain remains possible, though May is generally drier than April.
Summer: the strongest beach weather, with hot afternoons
June offers a useful balance: daytime averages of 27°C, nights around 20°C and sea water at 22°C. It suits travellers who want beach weather without the higher temperatures of late summer. July and August both average 30°C by day, so plan more active time for the morning and leave room for shade around midday. July is the driest month, but that is not a guarantee of a rain-free stay. August has the warmest sea at 26°C and nights averaging 24°C, so do not expect much evening cooling. Light clothing and accommodation where you can sleep comfortably in the heat make sense.
Autumn and winter: lingering sea warmth, then cooler days
September keeps much of summer's warmth, with days averaging 27°C and the sea at 25°C, but rain becomes more frequent. October is still a reasonable choice for a mix of swimming and time outdoors: days average 23°C and the sea 22°C, though you need more flexibility for wet weather. November drops to 18°C and is the wettest month, making a beach-focused trip less dependable. December averages 16°C by day, while January and February sit at 15°C. These months suit travellers content with cooler outdoor days rather than reliable sunbathing weather. Bring layers and a waterproof jacket; winter nights are cool, and February's sea temperature of 14°C will feel cold for casual swimming.
A little more detail
Es Cana weather FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
What is the best time to visit Es Cana?
Judged on warmth, low rainfall and sunshine, the best months in Es Cana are July, June and August. August is the hottest month (average high 29.9°C) and January the coolest (14.6°C).
How many months a year is Es Cana over 25°C?
4 months in Es Cana average a daytime high of 25°C or more, and 6 average 20°C or more.
When is the rainy season in Es Cana?
November is the wettest month in Es Cana (48 mm on average) and July the driest (3 mm). Annual rainfall averages 323 mm.
What is the hottest temperature recorded in Es Cana?
The hottest day recorded in Es Cana between 1991 and 2020 reached 37.3°C on 7 July 2019; the coldest fell to 2.7°C on 4 February 2012. Records come from daily data for 1991-2020, not from a single station's all-time history.
Is May or September better for swimming in Es Cana?
September is the better choice for warmer water, with the sea averaging 25°C compared with 18°C in May. May has fewer rain days on average, so the trade-off is a drier month versus a much more comfortable sea temperature.
When should I go if I dislike strong heat?
May and October offer warmer days without the summer peak, averaging 22°C and 23°C respectively. May is drier, while October has warmer sea water. June is another option if 27°C days sound comfortable, though midday breaks still make sense.
Will I need a jacket in the evenings?
Pack an evening layer outside summer. May nights average 16°C and October nights 18°C, while winter evenings are cooler still. July and August stay much warmer overnight, averaging 23°C and 24°C, so light clothing is usually more useful then.
See also: Spain weather by month · where else is hot in August
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Santa Eulària des Riu (Santa Eularia (5 km)). Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 1.3 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C