Palma weather by month

When to go to Palma

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 Palma 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 into spring: better for walking than swimming

December, January and February suit a trip built around walking rather than swimming. December averages 15°C by day, while January and February sit at 14°C; evenings need a jacket, with nights around 9°C in January and February. Sunshine is more limited, so make the most of brighter spells rather than relying on all-day warmth. March brings a modest lift to 16°C, but the sea remains cold. April feels more comfortable for time outdoors at 19°C, though its 7 rain days make a waterproof useful. May is the stronger choice for warmth without summer heat: days average 23°C and evenings are milder. The catch is the sea, still only 18°C, so pleasant walking weather does not yet mean comfortable swimming for everyone.

Summer: June for balance, July and August for heat

June offers a useful balance for travellers who want both walking and swimming: days average 27°C, the sea reaches 22°C and rain is relatively infrequent. July and August are better suited to those who actively want hot weather, with daytime averages around 30°C. Move longer walks to the morning and leave room for shade at midday. July has the most sunshine and the fewest rain days, making it the strongest choice if avoiding rain matters most. August has warmer water at 27°C, but nights average 23°C, so do not expect much evening coolness. Pack light clothing and prioritise sun protection throughout summer; a dry monthly pattern is not a guarantee of dry weather.

Autumn: warm water, but keep plans flexible

September keeps much of summer's warmth without the same daytime heat: afternoons average 26°C and the sea remains inviting at 25°C. It is a good fit if swimming matters but peak summer temperatures do not appeal. The trade-off is rain, with 7 rain days making flexible outdoor plans sensible. October still offers 23°C days and a 22°C sea, so swimming remains an option, but it is the wettest month and a waterproof earns its place in your bag. November shifts the emphasis towards walking in mild weather rather than a swimming-led holiday. Days average 18°C, evenings need another layer, and rain remains a consideration. Across autumn, allow for outdoor time without depending on uninterrupted sunshine.