How Palma copes when Mallorca turns very hot

Palma usually feels hot in a heat wave, but the inland parts of Mallorca often become even more intense. On days when the island’s interior climbs quickly, city life in Palma is still affected by heat, shade needs and higher demand for water and cooling. Busy places such as the Passeig del Born or markets like Santa Catalina become noticeably harder to manage in the midday sun.