Is May a good time to go to Majorca?

Gentle breezes, blissful sunshine and little rain: May sees some of the best weather of the year in Mallorca. If you're not restricted to school summer holidays, take the chance to enjoy the island now before the weather heats up and the crowds arrive.



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There are plenty of great places to visit in Mallorca during May. As the temperatures are not yet too hot, this is the perfect time to explore this extraordinary island in the heart of Europe. Tourists are plentiful but less numerous than during the summer months. All the restaurants and entertainment venues are open.

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As one of Spain's Balearic Islands, Majorca has a typical Mediterranean climate with lots of heat in the summer and mild, stormy weather in the winter. The best time to go to Majorca is in the summer months from June to September.

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In Barcelona September sees daytime averages of 25ºC and the sea is still warm enough for swimming at 24ºC, though by October it will be down to 21ºC whether in or out of the water. On Mallorca it will still be 26ºC in September with a sea temperature of 25ºC, while in October both are an average of 22C.

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Sunshine and rainfall There is a 59% chance of a perfect sunny day and a 41% chance of seeing some clouds, with on average 3mm of rainfall this month.

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From March to May, the weather is warm and toasty and the beaches are perfect. Spring is indeed the best season to visit Spain if you want to be enthralled by the lushness of the country with flowers and all sorts of gorgeousness sprouting around you.

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The average high temperature in Majorca during April is 19?C, which is warm enough to spend long days at the beach or sunbathing by the pool. You'll want to bring some warmer clothes for the evenings as things averagely cool to 9?C at night.

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Areas to avoid If 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.

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The sun in Spring shines brightly in Mallorca so bring sunglasses and a hat.
  • A swimsuit. The later your arrival in Spring the more chance you will have for a sea swim. ...
  • A light jacket, warm fleece or gilet. Spring in Mallorca still means a light jacket or fleece for the evenings. ...
  • Covered shoes/ trainers.


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One of the main reasons to visit the island is for its incredible beaches and coves lapped by turquoise waters. There are tucked away beaches, where you can enjoy the peace and quiet of the sea, and others that are more popular (especially during the high season), offering a great atmosphere.

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“Mallorca” is the Spanish spelling of the island, while “Majorca” is the most popular spelling in English, as well as other languages and countries. Officially, the name of the island is Mallorca, which is technically the correct spelling.

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Spain weather May With just a small chance of showers, the last month of spring is generally dry, making it a good time of year to explore the cultural sights and relax on the beach. While southern coastal areas are warmer than central and northern regions, the whole of Spain has plenty of sunshine in May.

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What are the hottest places in Europe in May? The hottest city in Europe in May is Seville (27°C) in southern Spain, followed by Antalya (26°C) in southern Turkey. The islands of Crete, Malta and Cyprus will also feel hot at 24°C, along with Valencia and the Costa de la Luz (24°C) in Spain.

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Depending on your objectives, you will find it more interesting visiting Mallorca or Ibiza. Therefore, if you want to party, listen to live music and clubbing, Ibiza is the best place to visit. However, if you want to enjoy Catalan and Mediterranean culture along with cultural sightseeing, visit Mallorca.

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