While October marks the end of the summer season in Mallorca, the island certainly doesn't shut down.
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While October marks the end of the summer season in Mallorca, the island certainly doesn't shut down. On the contrary, October is a popular month for people to visit.
Majorca weather OctoberThe largest of the Balearic Islands, Majorca enjoys warm weather in October even though it's autumn. You'll find this an ideal time to visit if you like high temperatures and thinner crowds.
The low season runs from November, when the middle season ends, and lasts until Easter. These are the coldest months on the island, but as we mentioned before, winter in Mallorca allows you to enjoy being outdoors.
Mallorca (Majorca) can reach daytime temperatures of around 26c in October. October is one of the best months for a beach holiday to Mallorca as the daytime can be hot and the sea is still warm from the summer.
The Mallorca Hoteliers Federation has forecast that for the whole island no more than 25% of hotels will stay open over the winter. In Palma, however, it will be a different story, as it is every winter.
The average high temperate in October is 24ºC, so pack a good selection of swimwear and beach gear. You'll want to pack some warmer things for the evenings as it can get a bit cool, with temperatures averagely dropping to 14ºC.
October is the time when the clubs and bars start to wind down their businesses ready for the end of the season....... So the key is.............to go as early as possible in the month..........but there will still be enough places open to enjoy yourselves.......
Every year in late summer or autumn there is a proliferation of mosquitoes and cockroaches throughout the Mediterranean. There is nothing special about that. As soon as the temperatures drop in winter, however, the pests get their act together.
The temperatures in October are very pleasant (between 23 and 28 degrees Celsius) and it is not as hot as in August, which is appreciated by children. In October you can still swim without any problems, as the sea temperature is not below 20 degrees Celsius.
The largest of the Balearic Islands, Majorca enjoys warm weather in October even though it's autumn. You'll find this an ideal time to visit if you like high temperatures and thinner crowds.
Areas to avoidIf you're after something more relaxed, do stay away from Magaluf and Palma Nova as these places are where you'll find a lot of the 18-30's groups, along with English-style pubs, a big drinking culture and all-night parties. They are also jam-packed during the peak tourism months of July and August.
With around 300 days of sunshine every year, Palma de Mallorca is perfect for a city break over those bleak winter months. For adventurous families looking to occupy teens, or an old group of friends seeking some cultural exploration alongside great tapas and wine, the beautiful city of Palma has it all.