Sun, Warmth and Sea Breeze: Alcúdia Starts the Week Hot

Sun, Warmth and Sea Breeze: Alcúdia Starts the Week Hot

Strolling through Alcúdia harbour early in the morning, you hear the clatter of the fishing boats and the distant cooing of pigeons. On August 18 the sky is clear, and the thermometer already reads around 28 °C in the morning. A day typical of high summer in Mallorca: dry, warm and with that sea air that makes the heat more bearable, as reported in Alcúdia Today: Summer, Gentle Breeze and Playful Clouds.

Temperatures and perceived heat

The nights offer little relief: lows around 27.6 °C mean people leave shutters open in the evening to let the breeze in. During the day the mercury climbs quickly to about 31–32 °C, with peak values of around 32.4 °C possible. Because of the sun and slight humidity it often feels warmer – with a perceived temperature of around 34–35 °C.

Wind, air pressure and a sailing tip

Air pressure remains stable at around 1012 hPa, and humidity is about 50–52 %. A light but steady northeasterly breeze blows at an average of 6.6 m/s (direction roughly 73°). Gusts are moderate, around 6.3 m/s. For sailors, stand-up paddlers and small boats this is a friendly setup: enough wind for fun but not too rough.

In short: perfect conditions to be early on the beach, do a round of SUP or sit at the harbour with a cold café con hielo. The bay sparkles on the water, and maritime traffic stays relaxed.

Everyday tips for a pleasant day

Sunscreen is essential – the sun is strong. Drink water, preferably more often than usual, and seek shade at midday. Park in the shade in the morning (for example at the market car park) or take the bus: until about 10 a.m. parking is usually relaxed. Those who want to avoid the midday heat will find tolerable spots at Playa de Muro and along the Paseig once the sea breeze picks up.

When the sun beats down at midday, the small inlets like the Calita are ideal retreats. A beach awning, a light wind and the sound of the sea are often enough to recharge. In the evening a walk along the promenade is worthwhile: temperatures then feel much more pleasant – ideal for a drink on a harbour terrace or a relaxed outdoor dinner.

Why this is good for Alcúdia

Clear, warm days like these are part of everyday life here: fishermen, cafés and beach rental businesses find reliable conditions that structure the day. These rhythms mirror accounts such as Alcúdia on August 6: Warm, partly cloudy – a perfect day for the beach and the old town: for the restaurants on the harbour promenade, mild summer evenings are a gift: tables fill up, a busker’s guitar blends with the sound of the sea, and the shutters of the old fishermen’s houses creak in the heat. In short: a day when the town pulses without becoming hectic.

And a small, hopeful outlook: days like this show why many guests return – not only for the sun, but for this relaxed mix of sea, people and activity, as seen in Alcúdia on August 17: Clear Skies, Warm Nights – A Perfect Beach Day. If you can, use the early morning or late evening for short outings: a bike ride to the Albufera or a glass of red wine at the harbour while the sun slowly sets behind the Cap de Formentor.

Two final notes: the breeze can be deceptive – you’ll still sweat. So sunscreen, plenty of fluids and a plan B for the midday hours. I’m going for another walk along the pier now: the sea is sparkling, gulls are flying low, and somewhere a boat is clattering. That’s what a true summer day in Alcúdia feels like.