The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Palma de Mallorca. Temperatures rise (23°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain risk remains low (17% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (9.4/10) remains theoretically better.
May ranks 3 out of 12 months in Palma de Mallorca. Compared to April: +3°C daytime, +1.3h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
13°
Sea
20°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
14.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 32
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Palma de Mallorca is June (9.4/10), 0.9 pt higher than May.
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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 May?
In May, the sea averages 20°C in Palma de Mallorca: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Palma de Mallorca in May?
The average UV index reaches 7 in May in Palma de Mallorca (high), with about 14.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.