The best times to visit Palma for ideal weather are

April 2nd to June 24th

or

September 3rd to November 18th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Palma Travel Info

Weather in Palma

Temperature

Average temperatures in Palma vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 53rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Palma, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 89.2°F (31.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 67.5°F (19.7°C) at night.

Palma Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Palma Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Palma Perceived Temperature (F)

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Palma Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Palma Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 60 50.5 40.6
Feb 59.7 50.3 40.2
Mar 63.5 53.8 43.3
Apr 69.4 59.2 48.3
May 75.7 65.2 53.8
Jun 83 72.4 60.9
Jul 88.3 77.9 66.8
Aug 88.4 78 67.5
Sep 82.5 72.6 62.7
Oct 76 66.3 56.7
Nov 66.6 57.7 48.6
Dec 61.4 51.7 42.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 15.6 10.3 4.8
Feb 15.4 10.2 4.6
Mar 17.5 12.1 6.3
Apr 20.8 15.1 9.1
May 24.3 18.4 12.1
Jun 28.3 22.4 16.1
Jul 31.3 25.5 19.3
Aug 31.3 25.6 19.7
Sep 28.1 22.6 17.1
Oct 24.4 19.1 13.7
Nov 19.2 14.3 9.2
Dec 16.3 10.9 5.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Palma are July, August, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late June. For example, on the week of June 25th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late November to early December with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of November 26th.

When can you find snow in Palma? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Palma.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Palma (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 10% 0 1.1
Feb 11% 0 1.1
Mar 10% 0 1.1
Apr 12% 0 1.4
May 7% 0 1.5
Jun 4% 0 0.3
Jul 0% 0 0.2
Aug 4% 0 0.5
Sep 11% 0 2.4
Oct 12% 0 2.1
Nov 18% 0 3
Dec 11% 0 1.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 10 0 2.8
Feb 11 0 2.8
Mar 10 0 2.8
Apr 12 0 3.6
May 7 0 3.8
Jun 4 0 0.8
Jul 0 0 0.5
Aug 4 0 1.3
Sep 11 0 6.1
Oct 12 0 5.3
Nov 18 0 7.6
Dec 11 0 3.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Palma has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is July (57% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (75.6%).

Wind in Palma is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and July. March’s average wind speed of around 6.4 knots (7.4 MPH or 11.8 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early March where average top sustained speeds reach 16.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Palma.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5.2 Light breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Feb 5.8 Light breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Mar 6.4 Light breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
Apr 6 Light breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
May 5.8 Light breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Jun 5.7 Light breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Jul 5.9 Light breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Aug 5.6 Light breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Sep 5.1 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Oct 5.1 Light breeze 13 Significant breeze
Nov 5.3 Light breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Dec 4.8 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 74.4%
Feb 70.5%
Mar 67.4%
Apr 67%
May 61%
Jun 58.3%
Jul 57%
Aug 59.8%
Sep 65.2%
Oct 70.7%
Nov 73.5%
Dec 75.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Palma?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Spain; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 22, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Palma, Spain is June, followed by July and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Palma in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 26.9 in November means 26.9% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Palma Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 77.9°F (25.5°C) and 61.2°F (16.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with 0 to 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Palma, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 84.5°F (29.2°C) and 60.8°F (16°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 6 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Palma to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 63.5°F (17.5°C) and 58°F (14.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: consistently 3 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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