Sunny days instead of storm: Almost 20 degrees and excursions await in Mallorca

Sunny days instead of storm: Almost 20 degrees and excursions await in Mallorca

The island can breathe again. After strong gusts swept across roads, ports and pine forests in recent days, the weather is now turning friendly — a shift described in Rain break: Mallorca breathes — late summer returns. The national weather service AEMET forecasts a stable period with lots of sunshine for the coming week. What is already noticeable here in Palma and on the coast is this bright, clear winter air that lights up the Paseo Marítimo in the morning and fills the street cafés in the afternoon.

The night to Sunday still brought frost in places: Campos dropped to 1 °C, Sineu to 3 °C. Petra, Manacor, Serra d'Alfàbia, Lluc and Llucmajor reported around 4 °C. So anyone walking the dog early in the morning on Playa de Palma felt the fresh cold — but also the first sunbeams that quickly warm the promenades.

On Sunday, sunshine will be predominant in many places. AEMET initially expects no precipitation; highs remain in the range of 13 to 16 °C. A fresh east wind is possible during the day, turning southeast in some areas by the afternoon. That causes choppier waves on the coast and a cool breeze at windy viewpoints — perfect for jacket weather with a sea view.

From Monday, temperatures are expected to rise noticeably, with clear differences across the island, as our Breathe Easy: Mild Mallorca Weekend with Plenty of Sunshine report also highlights: in the north, around Pollença, up to 18 °C are possible. In Andratx, on the other hand, a maximum of around 16 °C is expected. Especially around Pollença and Alcúdia, thermometers could even climb close to 19 °C on Tuesday. In Palma, it will often feel like a mild spring, and the terraces invite you to linger.

The southeast wind, which may freshen at the start, should ease in the coming days. That means calmer seas and better conditions for boats and coastal excursions. Cyclists in the Serra de Tramuntana will also breathe easier — less headwind makes tours more pleasant, and the prospect of clear summits is a bonus.

Such calm winter days are particularly popular in Mallorca: markets like the one in Inca or the small weekly market in Santa María attract more people again, promenades fill with walkers, and in small bookshops eyes linger over the displays, as noted in Late Summer in Mallorca: More Beach Days, Mild Nights and Relaxed Villages. An afternoon stroll through Palma's historic center, a café on Passeig del Born or a short hike up Puig de Santa Magdalena — all of this fits well into the next few days.

An important note for weekend planners: the current stretch of sunny weather is expected to last through Wednesday. From Friday, however, AEMET indicates more changeable weather again: rain is possible and it could even snow at higher elevations. Models show a snow line that could drop to around 1,200 meters if colder air arrives. Then the peaks of the Tramuntana would be white instead of golden brown.

For excursions this means: the coming three days are excellent opportunities for trips into the hinterland, for beach walks or simply for a long coffee in the sun. Those who want to be on the safe side should pack a light jacket and check the AEMET maps shortly before departure — the weather in the Balearics can change unexpectedly.

The scene often looks like this now: children kicking a ball on Plaza de Cort after school; retirees leafing through newspapers on benches in the afternoon; small fishing boats rocking in the port of Puerto de Sóller, echoing scenes described in Moderate and pleasant: Palma on September 20 with clouds and summer warmth. Such scenes explain why Mallorca's sunny winter days are so appreciated: they make room for everyday life and for spontaneous outings.

In short: the island invites you outdoors in the coming days. Make use of the milder hours — a short coastal trip, a market visit or a round in the Tramuntana does good for body and mind. And keep an eye on the weather forecast for the weekend: the calm may be temporary, but until then it's worth taking the sunshine with you.