The month in detail
What to expect in August
In the height of summer, Palma de Mallorca sees high temperatures (32°C). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. Rain is virtually absent (10% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. June (9.4/10) is significantly better if possible.
August ranks 11 out of 12 months in Palma de Mallorca. Compared to July: −1.1h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in August
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
19°
Sea
28°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
13.6h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 31
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Is August the right month?
The best month in Palma de Mallorca is June (9.4/10), 3.5 pts higher than August.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Spain
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 32°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 15°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘSeptember · 22%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Palma de Mallorca ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
SpainTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.4 → 4.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
39.57°N · 2.65°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Palma de Mallorca?
June is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 20.0°C lows, 10.9h of sunshine and 12.0% rainy days. The months of June & September offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Palma de Mallorca get in June?
Palma de Mallorca averages 10.9 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.2/10.
What is the rainiest month in Palma de Mallorca?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Palma de Mallorca in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 20.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Palma de Mallorca good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Palma de Mallorca scores 6.1/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 9.2/10.
When should you avoid Palma de Mallorca?
January is the most difficult month to visit Palma de Mallorca, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Palma de Mallorca in August?
In August, the sea averages 28°C in Palma de Mallorca: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Palma de Mallorca in August?
The average UV index reaches 7 in August in Palma de Mallorca (high), with about 13.6h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.