Weather in Majorca in January

How January compares

January is the 12th warmest month of the year in Majorca and ranks 78th of 134 destinations we compare for January - see where else is hot in January. Within Spain it is 59th of 87 (Spain in January). Against London's average high of 7.4°C in January, Majorca is 6.7°C warmer by day and 7.2°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in January

The typical January day in Majorca peaks at 14.1°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 16.5°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 9.4°C; one night in ten drops to 6.7°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest January day here reached 20.4°C (2018-01-04) and the coldest night 3.9°C (1999-01-31).

Rain in January

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 6 days with 1 mm or more, 36 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest January was 2020 with 86 mm, the driest 1993 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 78%.

Sea temperature in January

The sea averages 14.7°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 14.1°C to 15.3°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.6°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 9.5 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 08:09 and sets about 17:48 local time in mid-January. Average cloud cover is 49%.

Is January a good time to visit Majorca?

January is not the strongest month here: cool days. The best months for Majorca on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Milder than London, but still winter

January is Majorca's coolest month, so go for comfortable outdoor time rather than heat. London's average daytime high is 7.4°C, compared with 14.1°C in Majorca: a noticeable improvement, but not a reason to leave your coat behind. Pack layers you can adjust through the day, plus a warm outer layer for evenings. The colder nights can fall to 6.7°C or below, making clothing for chilly conditions useful even if an afternoon feels mild. Give outdoor plans the warmer part of the day rather than expecting comfortable late evenings. This month suits travellers who dislike heat and do not need swimming weather to enjoy a break.

Make the most of daylight and allow for rain

There is enough sunshine to make outdoor plans worthwhile, but not enough to assume every day will be bright. January averages about 4.9 hours of sunshine within 9.5 hours of daylight, so keep your plans focused on daytime rather than long evenings outside. There are about 6 rainy days, making a waterproof jacket a sensible part of your packing. Rain need not dominate the trip, but a tightly fixed outdoor schedule could be frustrating. Keep some flexibility to move activities around the forecast, and choose footwear you are comfortable wearing in wet conditions. Treat any clear, mild spell as an opportunity rather than a promise.