Leisurely Cloudy Late-Summer Day in Alcúdia: Still Beach, Already Autumn

Leisurely Cloudy Late-Summer Day in Alcúdia

Saturday, 13 September 2025, shows Mallorca from its mild, slightly pensive side. A layer of high and mid-level clouds lies over Alcúdia, bathing the sky in a muted light. No reason to banish the swimsuit to the wardrobe – but the beach towel will probably be rolled up more often today. A coffee in the harbour at nine is ideal; similar scenes are described in Relaxed Late-Summer Day in Alcúdia – Light Breeze, Soft Light. Calls of seagulls, the distant clatter of small fishing boats and the regular ringing of the church in the old town make up the soundtrack to this late-summer day; see Alcúdia on Wikipedia.

Numbers that define the day

The thermometer started the morning at a pleasant 22.7 °C, ideal for an early walk along Platja d’Alcúdia or a coffee in the harbour at nine. Around midday the air reached about 27.6 °C – the warmest point of the day. In the afternoon things relaxed to around 26.5 °C, and by about 8 p.m. the temperature hovered at approximately 24.5 °C in the streets.

How the weather feels

Subjectively it often feels a little warmer than the numbers suggest – slightly more in the morning, up to just under 29 °C around midday. Still, the air is far from oppressive. A gentle breeze weaves between palm trees and sun umbrellas, taking some of the heat away and creating pleasant conditions for walks along the promenade or through the winding streets of the old town.

Air, wind and clouds – the technical details

Air pressure is stable at about 1018 hPa, humidity around 60% – neither dry nor muggy. The wind blows from the southeast (about 167°) with an average speed of around 5.2 m/s and gusts up to 6 m/s. Cloud cover blankets slightly more than half the sky; rain is practically ruled out (0% probability).

What this means for your day

Days like this have their own charm: the sun breaks through brighter patches in the cloud layer now and then, making the Bay of Alcúdia shimmer in changing light. Photographers and walkers benefit from this – the light is soft and the shadows are not harsh. Conditions are good for trips to Cap de Formentor information; the clouds can even create dramatic contrasts there without obscuring the view.

For beach fans: there are sunny intervals, but not a perfectly blue sky. So bring a towel and don't forget sunscreen, but a light cardigan for the evening is equally advisable. Those who prefer to be active can enjoy relaxed cycling or exploring the old town now, without being overwhelmed by Mediterranean heat. Cafés and terraces invite you to linger – a cortado with a view of the harbour will taste especially good today; for quieter, drizzlier scenes see Pleasant Autumn Day in Alcúdia: Drizzle Instead of Storm — Leisurely Hours at the Pier and Old Town.

In short: a leisurely, cloudy day with mild warmth – the first hints of autumn in the air, but still enough island weather to be out and about. Perfect for anyone who sees Mallorca not just as a sun arena, but as a place to slow down and enjoy; compare with Alcúdia, October 3: Cloud cover and a mild October whisper.