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Atlantic Upper Low 'Alice': How Prepared Is Mallorca for Thunderstorms, Hail and Heavy Rain?

Why Hail Can Hit Only Parts of Mallorca During a Storm

Mallorca’s storms can be highly local, which is why hail may fall in one area while nearby places stay dry.

Published: April 22, 2026
Atlantic Upper Low 'Alice': How Prepared Is Mallorca for Thunderstorms, Hail and Heavy Rain?

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Why do thunderstorms in Mallorca sometimes cause hail in some places but not others?

Storms in Mallorca often develop unevenly, so one area can get hail while a nearby town only sees rain or wind. An upper-level low can shift wind direction and rainfall patterns quickly, which makes the weather feel very local. That is why agricultural areas and suburbs may be affected differently even during the same weather system.

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