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Best time to visit Mallorca
Month-by-month weather, crowds, prices, and festival calendar — so you know exactly when to book.
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Best time to visit Mallorca, Spain
Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.
| Month | Score | Weather | Crowds | Prices | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8-15°C, often cloudy with rain, occasional sunshine | low | low |
⚠ Some coastal resorts may have limited services. | |
| February | 9-16°C, variable with sunshine and rain | low | low |
⚠ Still cool, pack layers. | |
| March | 11-18°C, increasing sunshine, cooler evenings | low | low |
⚠ Sea is still cold for swimming. | |
| April | 13-20°C, pleasant sunshine, occasional spring showers | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Easter week can see higher prices and crowds. | |
| May | 17-24°C, warm and sunny with light breezes | moderate | moderate |
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| June | 21-28°C, hot and sunny, ideal for beach and sea | high | high |
⚠ Book accommodations and flights well in advance. | |
| July | 24-31°C, very hot and sunny, can be humid | peak | peak |
⚠ Heat can be intense; seek shade and hydrate. | |
| August | 25-32°C, hottest month, consistently sunny | peak | peak |
⚠ August is a popular holiday month for Europeans, leading to peak crowds and prices. | |
| September | 21-28°C, warm with less humidity, still plenty of sunshine | high | high |
⚠ Still busy, but slightly less intense than July/August. | |
| October | 17-24°C, mild with sunshine, increasing chance of rain later in the month | moderate | moderate |
⚠ End of October can bring autumnal storms. | |
| November | 12-19°C, cool and often overcast with rain | low | low |
⚠ Many beach resorts and tourist facilities begin to close. | |
| December | 10-17°C, crisp air, sunshine mixed with rain | low | moderate |
⚠ Christmas week sees a slight price and crowd increase in Palma. |
Annual events worth timing your trip around
February
Carnivals
Local towns and villages hold parades and celebrations.
March
Semana Santa (Holy Week)
Solemn processions and religious events, especially in Palma.
May
Mallorca Live Festival
A major music festival held in Calvià.
June
Sant Joan Festival
Celebrations on the shortest night of the year with bonfires and fireworks.
July
Festival of Saint James (Sant Jaume)
Local patron saint celebrations with music and events across the island.
September
Dijous Bo (Good Thursday)
A traditional market and fair held in Inca, known for leather goods and local produce.
December
Christmas Markets
Festive markets and decorations, particularly in Palma.
Insider timing tips
- •The shoulder seasons (May, June, September, October) offer a sweet spot with good weather, fewer crowds than peak summer, and more reasonable prices.
- •While the coast can be very busy and hot in July and August, the mountains offer cooler temperatures and hiking opportunities.
- •Many smaller resorts and beachside businesses shut down from November to March, making them unsuitable for a typical beach holiday.
- •The almond blossom in late January and February is a unique natural spectacle, but requires specific timing and can be weather-dependent.
- •Palma remains a vibrant city year-round, offering cultural attractions and dining even during the quieter winter months.
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