Unsettled Day in Cala Rajada: Rain and Fresh Breeze on September 10

A moody Sunday in Cala Rajada

If you roll up the shutters in Cala Rajada on September 10, you can leave the beach bag where it is. Instead of radiant sun there's a thick blanket of clouds today, recurring showers and a fresh breeze — not dramatic, but noticeably different from recent weeks. Similar conditions were reported later in the month in Cala Rajada on September 22: Rainy but Cozy.

Morning gray, coffee scent and temperatures

The morning starts at around 20.8 °C, the air smells of wet stone and pine resin, and the promenade sounds oddly muffled: fewer voices, more the drumming of drops on cobblestones. This grey but charming scene is described in Cala Rajada: Grey, Mild and Still Charming. During the day the thermometer rises to roughly 24–25 °C, in some spots in the afternoon even up to 25.2 °C. At night the temperature hardly falls below 20.2 °C — so it remains mild, just a bit cooler by the water.

How the weather feels

The perceived temperature sits somewhere between 21 and 25 °C. Humidity today is around 67 %, which makes the air feel slightly "sticky", but by no means sultry. Anyone planning a walk will notice the salt in the air and the occasional patter on their jacket — very Mallorcan, just wetter.

Wind, pressure and chance of rain

Important for boaters and beach walkers: the wind comes from the north-northwest (about 344°) at around 6.3 m/s, gusts near 6.4 m/s. Pressure is around 1013 hPa, cloud cover high (about 93 %) — which results in several phases of rain between morning and early evening. For official updates check AEMET weather forecasts.

What the day means — tips for Cala Rajada

Several short showers rather than continuous rain: that means the fishermen haul their nets ashore later, the cafes at the harbor fill with people watching the drizzle, and the few walkers on the waterfront pull up their hoods and smile. This pattern matches other reports (see Cala Rajada on September 24: Mix of Sun, Showers and Mild Temperatures). The Plaza del Port is a good refuge: a quick coffee instead of soaking up the sun. An umbrella and slip-resistant shoes are more useful today than sunscreen.

For those who plan flexibly: postpone beach visits until later, visit a museum instead, browse the fish market or take a walk through the narrow streets of Cala Rajada — wet cobbles, warm colors and the scent of freshly baked ensaimada have their own charm. Photographers will enjoy dramatic clouds and saturated colors; the promenade looks almost cinematic.

The positive sides

A bit of rain brings the island to life: plants breathe, the air clears, and temperatures are pleasant. Fewer tourists on the beach mean more space for locals and slower, more relaxed walks. Caution is advised for boat trips, but short fishing outings in sheltered areas are possible — provided captains are experienced with the fresh north-northwest breeze.

So: yes, it will be wetter than usual. No, it's not a weather alarm. Rather an invitation to take the day more slowly, enjoy the cafes by the harbor and see the island from a quieter side. With a wink — and a good umbrella — Cala Rajada is still worth discovering today.