Mild interlude — then rain: Atlantic low brings fresh air to Mallorca

Mild interlude: sun, the sound of the sea — and then a fresh rain

Still warm enough for a Café con leche on the Passeig Mallorca without a jacket, cool enough for the pine branches to creak softly: the island is currently enjoying a golden late autumn with mild days and warm nights. But the breather has an expiry date. From Thursday, 6 November an Atlantic low will push moister air over Mallorca, according to forecasts. Not a storm alert, but a week with noticeably more rainy periods.

Why this is not a drama for Mallorca

A bit of rain can even be welcome here. After an unusually warm spell — in some places still 25–26 °C on the north coast — moisture means relief for the vegetation, a refresh for the fountains and less dust on the streets. For the gardeners in Deià and the farmers in La Albufera the water is a small blessing. And: walkers on Playa de Palma enjoy the cool, clear air after rain just as much as photographers who love the spectacular light.

That does not mean everything will get equally wet. The change will come gradually: first showers may already appear midweek, the most distinct fronts are expected by the weather service from Thursday — especially in the north and west of the island. In ports like Port de Sóller and Alcúdia captains are already checking their plans; short, heavy showers are more likely there.

Weekly overview – short and pragmatic

- Monday, 3 November: mix of sun and clouds, isolated drizzle, northerly wind freshens. Perfect for a market stroll, but a jacket is advisable.
- Tuesday: morning fog in the valleys, changeable during the day. The south coast remains a bit milder.
- Wednesday, 5 November: last calm hours with an east-southeast breeze and sunshine – a good day for a hike in the Serra or a final coffee outdoors.
- Thursday and afterwards: Atlantic front brings repeated moist phases; locally short, heavy showers, especially in the north and west.

Practical tips for everyday life and outings

If you are out by car this week or planning to visit one of the markets — for example Santa Catalina on Thursday — it’s best to pack a light rain cover. In small harbours rain often means wind around the headland, so watch out for slippery jetties when disembarking. For museums and cafés rain is no problem: they fill up gladly, and you can hear the clatter of cups and the conversations while outside the drops drum on the terracotta roofs.

For tourists: the mild nights keep the sea pleasantly warm — ideal for atmospheric evening walks along the coast before umbrellas and lanterns quietly transform the promenades. For locals: the soils will be grateful, and the olive trees even more so.

A look ahead: benefits after the rain

Weather changes often bring the best light: clear air, vibrant colours and less Sahara dust. Hiking in the Serra de Tramuntana is especially appealing after a few rainy days; springs run fuller, and the paths smell of wet pine wood. And when mushroom hunters roam the forests, there may be the first small mushroom delights of the autumn.

So: don’t throw away your coat yet, but don’t forget the umbrella. A few wet days are not the end of the world, but rather a natural refresh — and sometimes the chance for a particularly beautiful walk when the island breathes again afterwards.

We are monitoring developments and will report if timings or precipitation amounts change significantly. Until then: enjoy the mild hours — and pack the umbrella in the car just in case.