Menorca weather by month

When to go to Menorca

For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: July, August. November is the wettest month (76 mm, about 10 rainy days) and July the driest (5 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 26.0°C and coolest in February at 13.8°C.

Getting there

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Menorca Airport (MAH, 5 km from Maó) 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 Menorca between 1991 and 2020 reached 33.9°C on 1 August 2017; the coldest fell to 1.2°C on 26 January 2005. In August one day in ten tops 28.9°C and about 3% of days pass 30°C; in February one night in ten drops to 7.5°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was November 2013 with 173 mm, against a November average of 76 mm.

Winter and spring: layers first, swimming later

December brings average daytime temperatures of 15°C, falling to 13°C in January and February, so pack for cool days rather than beach weather. January also averages 9 rainy days, making a waterproof useful alongside warmer evening layers. March starts the gradual improvement, with 7 hours of sunshine, but the sea remains at 14°C: brighter weather does not yet mean comfortable swimming for most travellers. April reaches 16°C by day, pleasant for being active without summer heat, though rain remains part of the picture. May is the stronger spring choice for spending longer outside, with daytime averages of 19°C and fewer rainy days. Its 18°C sea is still the catch if swimming is central to your holiday.

Summer: the most reliable stretch for beach weather

June is a good compromise if you want summer sunshine without the highest temperatures. Days average 23°C, the sea reaches 22°C and rain is relatively infrequent, so it suits a mix of swimming and time on your feet. July gives you the driest conditions, averaging just 1 rainy day and 12 hours of sunshine. Plan shade breaks around midday rather than treating those sunny hours as a target. August is warmer still, with daytime averages of 27°C and a sea temperature of 26°C. Nights average 24°C, so light clothing matters after sunset too; this is less suitable if you prefer cool sleeping conditions.

Autumn: warm water, but a growing chance of rain

September keeps much of summer's warmth, with average days of 24°C and a sea temperature of 25°C. It is a strong choice for swimming without August's higher daytime temperatures, but its 6 rainy days mean you should leave room to change plans. October still offers mild days at 21°C and a sea averaging 22°C, making a swim plausible if conditions suit you. The catch is more frequent rain and less sunshine, so avoid building the whole trip around beach days. By November, daytime temperatures fall to 17°C and rain averages 10 days. Choose it for mild-weather outdoor time between showers, not dependable sunshine.