Majorca weather by month

When to go to Majorca

For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: June, July, August, September. October is the wettest month (55 mm, about 8 rainy days) and July the driest (6 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 26.6°C and coolest in February at 14.1°C.

Getting there

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI, 8 km from Palma) 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 Majorca between 1991 and 2020 reached 40.0°C on 7 July 2019; the coldest fell to 2.7°C on 4 February 2012. In August one day in ten tops 33.6°C and about 64% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 6.7°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was November 2001 with 167 mm, against a November average of 52 mm.

Winter and spring: mild afternoons, cool seas

December, January and February suit travellers who are happy with mild afternoons rather than reliable beach weather. December averages 15°C by day, while January and February sit at 14°C, with nights cool enough for a jacket. Rain is a possibility throughout, so pack a waterproof layer alongside warmer clothes. March edges up to 16°C, making walking more appealing, though the sea remains cold. April reaches 19°C but has more rainy days than March, so leave room to change outdoor plans. May offers a clearer shift towards summer: days average 23°C and evenings are milder. It is a good compromise for warmth without peak summer heat, but the sea averages 18°C, which may still feel brisk for leisurely swimming.

Summer: the best chance of hot, dry beach weather

June is a good choice if you want summer warmth without the hottest conditions: days average 27°C and the sea reaches 22°C. July turns hotter and is the driest month, with just 1 rainy day on average and 12 hours of sunshine daily. August stays hot, while the sea warms to 27°C, making it especially appealing if swimming is your priority. The trade-off is limited relief after sunset, with August nights averaging 23°C. Pack light clothing and sun protection, and put more active plans in the morning rather than around midday. These months suit heat lovers best; anyone who finds hot nights tiring may prefer late spring.

Autumn: warm water, but a greater chance of rain

September keeps much of summer's warmth, with days averaging 26°C and the sea still at 25°C. It suits swimming holidays if you can accept a greater chance of rain than in summer. October is gentler at 23°C by day, and its 22°C sea can still make a dip appealing, but it is also the wettest month. Keep outdoor plans flexible rather than expecting uninterrupted dry weather. November marks a clearer move away from beach conditions: daytime temperatures fall to 18°C, evenings need a layer, and rainy days remain relatively frequent. Autumn therefore favours travellers who value warm water early in the season and do not mind adjusting plans later on.