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Rain records, gusts and Saharan dust: How well is Mallorca prepared for the changeable spring?

Why Mallorca Roads Can Close After Heavy Rain

Heavy showers can trigger temporary road closures on smaller Mallorca roads and rural routes.

Published: April 22, 2026
Rain records, gusts and Saharan dust: How well is Mallorca prepared for the changeable spring?

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Why are roads in Mallorca sometimes closed after spring showers?

Short, intense rainfall can make smaller country roads in Mallorca difficult or unsafe to use, especially where water runs off quickly or drains are overloaded. After storms, local road closures are often a precaution until conditions improve and the surface is checked.

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