Santa Ponsa: Light showers and mild temperatures – a changeable late-summer day

A mild, changeable day on the promenade

If you stroll along the promenade of Santa Ponsa experiences a mild late-summer day on September 3 this morning, you hear the typical patter of residual rain on the pavement, the occasional call of seagulls and the soft clinking of boat lines in the small harbor. It is no longer a summer day, but neither is it a strong autumn storm: temperatures roughly range between 21 °C in the morning and a pleasant 25 °C in the afternoon. Exact values fluctuate – expect about 21.0–25.3 °C.

When the showers will come

The probability of short, occasionally heavy showers is increased – internally the chance of rain is around 80 %. That sounds more dramatic than it feels: these are usually short episodes. The morning still offers worthwhile dry phases when a walk or a coffee at the Passeig del Mar is worthwhile. Most showers occur between about 3 and 6 pm, as on Santa Ponsa: Moderate Showers and Mild Autumn Days on October 10. A shower in the morning, a few drops around midday and drizzle later on – that is the rhythm of the day.

Wind, humidity and the sea

The wind blows light to moderate from the southeast (around 100–110°) at an average of just under 6 m/s, with gusts briefly reaching about 7 m/s. Enough to see a slight swell in the harbor and make the sails of small boats flutter gently, similar to conditions described in Santa Ponsa: A mild, unhurried summer day on the beach, but not so strong that outings must be canceled immediately. Humidity is around 56 %, and pressure about 1017 hPa – stable values that do not suggest a sudden weather turnaround.

How the day feels

Warmth and humidity together give the day a mild, slightly “smooth” feel: not oppressive, but also not a dry autumn wind that immediately brings out the jacket. In the morning a light jacket is sensible, at midday short-sleeved shirts are enough, and in the evening you will be glad for something warmer. An umbrella in the car is a must – for us it is often five minutes of downpour and ten minutes of clear blue. That's exactly what makes such days a bit moody and yet charming.

Tips for activities

For outings the motto is: stay flexible and use the morning. A walk to the Cala en Bosch corner or a coffee in one of the small street cafés works well as long as you plan for short showers. Photographers will now find pleasantly soft light for beach and harbor motifs: wet pavement, reflective puddles and dramatic cloud structures give the images character, as shown on Weather on September 20 in Santa Ponsa: Clouds, Mild Warmth and Sea Breeze.

Boat trips, shops and local providers

Many boat rental companies and excursion providers operate despite the shower tendency – usually with adjusted routes and increased caution. Check briefly with the local landing stage before departure or review the providers' notices such as Santa Ponsa: Clouds, Warmth and a Calm Late-Summer Day. For shopping or a cozy lunch the indoor areas of cafés and small shops along the main street are a safe alternative if a heavy shower arrives.

Practical notes

A few simple rules make the day more pleasant: shoes that protect against drizzle, a lightweight rain cape or an umbrella in the car, and a flexible daily plan. Don't put the sunscreen away completely – on days like this the sun can appear surprisingly and burn quickly. For walkers: watch out for slippery spots on rocky sections and rather enjoy the quieter beach stretches, which are now a bit less visited.

Outlook

In short: a typical changeable late-summer day in Mallorca. No reason to panic, more a small reason to swap sandals for closed shoes and enjoy a coffee in your favorite café with a view of the sea. And if you stay flexible, you can even have both: a few wet minutes and then sun again – a small weather adventure with a warm ending.