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Kathy Schrey October 15, 2024 – 9:21 a.m 7 min

Mallorca welcomes autumn holiday guests with sunny weather! Don’t forget sunscreen!

The autumn holidays have begun and many Germans are fleeing the dreary autumn weather to Mallorca. Lucky for everyone who is on the island now, because the weather is at its best! The coming days promise lots of sunshine, summery temperatures and best of all: the “Veranillo de San Miguel” – the Indian summer, as it is called in Spanish – will ensure that it will be really warm again. Perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy the sun, beach and sea.

Greetings to late summer – temperatures up to 34 degrees!

In the next few days the temperatures in Mallorca will rise to an impressive 34 degrees, especially in the center of the island, in places like Sa Pobla and Alcúdia. On the coasts it also remains pleasantly warm at around 30 degrees – ideal bathing weather for holidaymakers!

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Temperatures this afternoon on the Spanish mainland and the Balearic Islands

At 22 degrees, the Mediterranean still invites you to take a refreshing dip in the water. According to the Spanish weather service Aemet, the weather will be dominated by lots of sunshine in the coming days:

“The sun often shines, only a few clouds mix in, and it stays mostly dry.”

Weather in detail

Midsummer temperatures

Tuesday, October 15th, starts with bright blue skies and summer temperatures of up to 33 degrees in the center of the island. In Palma and Llucmajor in particular, temperatures climb to almost 30 degrees. A perfect day to relax on the beach and enjoy the last warm days of the “Veranillo de San Miguel” before the weather changes towards the end of the week.

Rain and clouds are expected from Wednesday

Temperatures on Wednesday in mainland Spain and the Balearic Islands
Temperatures on Wednesday in mainland Spain and the Balearic Islands

Although the sunny weather will continue on Tuesday, holidaymakers will have to expect some clouds and isolated rain showers from Wednesday. According to Aemet and Meteored weather maps, some parts of the island will become increasingly cloudy at midday, but the temperatures remain pleasantly summery at 27 to 29 degrees. On the beaches the sea remains refreshing at 22 degrees, ideal for a final dip in the water.

Mediterranean Sea, bathing temperature, Balearic Islands
The Mediterranean has wonderful bathing temperatures around the Balearic Islands

However, there will be a significant change in the weather on Thursday. Rain chances are increasing and thunderstorms could occur locally, especially in the afternoon hours. The weather models are forecasting dense clouds and possible showers that will last until the evening. The temperatures drop slightly to around 25 degrees – but these values ​​are still quite warm for mid-October.

Mild/warm daily highs on Thursday in the Balearic Islands and mainland Spain
Mild/warm daily highs on Thursday in the Balearic Islands and mainland Spain

Thunderstorms and cooling off from Friday

Friday brings the cooler side of the weather: dense clouds, wind and rain dominate the picture. Temperatures drop to 22 degrees and rainfall becomes more intense. According to the Meteored weather maps, local thunderstorms may occur and heavier rainfall is possible, especially in the mountains of Mallorca. The weather remains pleasant for hikers and active holidaymakers, as the island then has a mix of sun and showers.

“Pollenca” is an old village on the island of Palma Mallorca

The weather will also remain changeable on Saturday. Although short sunny periods are always possible, but rain showers will accompany the weekend. However, with temperatures around 24 to 25 degrees, it is still mild and warm enough to explore the island or relax on the beach.

Perfect autumn holidays for active holidaymakers and sun worshipers

The weather situation on Mallorca in the next few days offers something for everyone: If you want to enjoy the beaches again, you can do so to the fullest on the first days of the week. The “Veranillo de San Miguel” creates a mid-summer feeling in the middle of October, and with temperatures of up to 34 degrees, you get a real holiday feeling. Beach lovers should use the first few days to soak up the sun and swim in the pleasantly warm Mediterranean.

The cooler days towards the end of the week are ideal for active holidaymakers. Despite the more changeable weather, the temperatures of 22 to 25 degrees are still ideal for hiking or cycling tours in the Tramuntana mountains or along the coast.

Serpentine road with sunset
Serpentine road with sunset – best weather for hiking and cycling

Mallorca in the “Veranillo de San Miguel” – sun, beach and a little rain

The autumn holidays in Mallorca promise sunny days and lots of warmth, which is further enhanced by the “Veranillo de San Miguel”. Temperatures rise to up to 34 degrees and the sea is still pleasantly refreshing at 22 degrees. Enjoy the first few days of the week with lots of sun before the weather changes with rain and thunderstorms from Wednesday. But don’t worry, it stays pleasantly warm afterwards and the sun keeps coming out. So nothing stands in the way of a relaxing autumn holiday on Mallorca!

So if you’re looking forward to the holiday on Saturday, you can still expect mostly friendly weather, as the precipitation usually only affects short periods. Perfect conditions for a relaxed stroll through Palma. According to meteorologists at Meteored and daswetter.com, Mallorca is poised for a sunny, warm start to the week before things get wetter towards the weekend.

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