Gentle Drizzle, Mild Air: Palma Invites a Relaxed Autumn Walk

A light drizzle and cozy calm in Palma

Anyone strolling through Palma on this October 14 will notice immediately: it isn’t raining heavily, it’s drizzling softly. That gentle mist moistens the air, darkens the stones and brings the scent of wet limestone. On the Passeig Mallorca espresso cups clink quietly, people sit under café awnings with thick novels or their smartphones, and seagulls circle curiously above the bay — a little surprised, a little bored.

Mild numbers that feel good

Thermometers showed around 18–19 °C in the morning; daytime highs reach a pleasant 24–25 °C, slipping back to about 22 °C in the afternoon. The night stays mild at just under 20 °C. Anyone pulling out a heavy winter coat today will seem a bit cautious — a light jacket or a sweater is enough in most cases.

Wind, humidity and a small practical tip

The wind is weak to moderate from the northeast and is especially noticeable along the Paseo Marítimo. Then the breeze picks up briefly and the umbrella puts on a little show. Humidity is elevated, making the city shine a bit and the cobblestones, for example in La Lonja, slipperier than usual. Shoes with good tread are a smart idea today.

Little everyday tip: A compact umbrella or a thin rain jacket is usually sufficient. Many cafés in Santa Catalina and along the Passeig have covered outdoor areas — perfect for an eleven o’clock coffee or a late lunch if the drizzle strengthens. Those interested in culture can retreat to Es Baluard or the Museu de Mallorca: everything stays dry and cozy there.

How the day feels in Palma

The morning is fresh, late morning friendly, the afternoon pleasant. Buses run on schedule, the streets remain passable, and coastal excursions are not entirely off the table — just a bit moodier. A walk along the Paseo Marítimo with a short stop at a bakery, a coffee looking out at wet paving and the distant roar of the waves: these are simple recipes for a good mood today.

Local impressions and small scenes

In the narrow alleys of the old town you hear the regular squeak of bicycle brakes, the clatter of cutlery in a bar and the soft shuffle of residents wiping down their terraces. Market stalls protect their fruit with small, colorful umbrellas; vendors straighten boxes and offer local oranges or figs that look especially juicy on the wet wood. Street lamps reflect on the paving and give the city a slightly cinematic sheen.

A relaxed outlook

In short: Palma invites you to slow down. No weather drama, rather an invitation to take a gear down, order another coffee and consider the drizzle a friendly companion. In the evening a walk along the illuminated waterfront is worthwhile — with a light wind, warm lights and the quiet sound of the water.

To make the most of the day: a round through the old town, a stop in a small caféteria for a bocadillo and finally a look at the harbor. The city stays open, the mood mild — perfect for those who want to experience autumn in Mallorca slowly.