The best time to visit Mallorca

06.02.2025 - 11:41 / lonelyplanet.com

Feb 5, 2025 • 5 min read

Basking in the balmy waters of the Balearic Sea, 128 miles (206km) south of Barcelona, Mallorca offers something for every season, from lively cultural festivals to serene natural beauty. The island's vibrant capital, Palma de Mallorca, is a great year-round destination, while spring, summer and fall each lend a unique flavor to the rest of the island.

Whether you’re here for the beautiful beaches, the nightlife, the history or the tranquil villages and towns of the interior, here’s everything you need to know about when you should visit Mallorca.

Falling either side of the busy summer months, Mallorca’s shoulder seasons are beautiful times to visit the island, with temperatures averaging around 20°C (68°F) in spring and 25°C (77°F) in the fall. 

This is the perfect temperature for meandering round the medieval streets of Palma de Mallorca and spending time exploring the villages and towns inland from the coast – be prepared for lots of walking! 

While skies tend to be clear, there’s a chance of rainfall, with around four or five days of rain per month from April to June and September to October. During either period, you’ll see fewer crowds and find cheaper deals on flights and accommodations.

Spring brings soft clouds of almond blossom to the hills, and wildflowers dot the countryside. With fewer visitors, beaches are quieter and even more relaxing. If you come in April, be sure to attend the PalmaVela regatta, a major international sailing event in Palma.

The fall is harvest time on the island, and locals mark the grape harvest in September with three weeks of celebrations in the village of Binissalem for Festes de la Verema – a wonderful time to enjoy nature in the middle of the island. 

Early fall is still pleasant for swimming and water sports, though thunderstorms are quite common in late August. October is usually the wettest month but this refreshes the vegetation after the dry summer.

Don’t miss Nit de l’Art in the third week of September, when Palma’s museums and art galleries open their doors to the public for a gala night of art, exhibitions, performances and more. 

Summertime is all about the beaches and lazy days spent alfresco, with plenty of outdoor dining, music festivals and open-air cinema screenings at night. Locals get into the summer spirit with celebrations such as Festa de la Verge del Carme on July 16, marked by processions in seaside villages. 

Mallorca gets hot in summer, with temperatures between 28°C (82°F) and 35°C (95°F). It’s not ideal for strolling around, but perfect for beach days in the sun. The Mediterranean Sea warms up too, making this the ideal time of year for swimming. June and July are the driest months – July receives an amazing 346 hours of