Drizzle Instead of North Wind: A Mild, Wet October Day in Port d'Andratx

On site: A wet but mild autumn day at the pier

Around 9:15 a.m. the cloud cover hung low over Port d'Andratx: Between Sun and Drizzle — a Mallorcan October Day, you could almost count the pigeons on the quay. A fine drizzle settled on the promenade, the soft patter of the drops mixing with the distant horn of a fishing boat. The smell of wet tar and washed-up seaweed was in the air – no storm, more a steady, cool rain that soaks shoes and moods a little, but doesn't drive people away immediately.

Temperatures: Mild rather than cool

For mid-October the values are unusually moderate. The lowest temperature was around 20.3 °C, during the day values climbed to roughly 22–23 °C. Even at night it stays relatively warm at about 21 °C. It feels like a wet late-summer day: humid, but without the biting chill of true winter (see Port d'Andratx: Mild, Cloudy October Encore).

How it feels

The subjective feeling matches the measurements: about 20.6 °C in the morning, around 22.2 °C during the day. The air feels heavier from the moisture; a lightweight rain jacket and sturdy shoes are advisable. Umbrellas hold in occasional gusts, but the combination of drizzle and side wind can quickly turn them into unwilling flags.

Air pressure, humidity and wind

The air pressure is around 1023 hPa, humidity at just under 62%. The wind shifts from the northeast (about 55°) and blows at an average speed of around 5.8 m/s, with gusts up to 7.3 m/s. That's enough to tighten boat covers, speed up hanging laundry and put umbrellas to the test.

Cloud and rain situation

Cloud cover is roughly 50 percent. Rain is to be expected consistently, with local showers alternating with steady drizzle. For walkers that means: pack a rain jacket, plan café stops and don't leave the camera at home — wet boats and shiny fenders practically photograph themselves.

Practical notes for residents and visitors

Harbour operators and boat owners should check tarpaulins, tensioning systems and ropes. Persistent gusts stress lines more than short wind bursts, and seams can reveal weaknesses quickly. On the roads, especially toward Camp de Mar, moisture-softened leaves lie about — drive carefully. Those heading into the Serra de Tramuntana may find it noticeably cooler and wetter there; better postpone hikes or go equipped with waterproof gear (compare Port d'Andratx on October 11: Rain, a gentle breeze and harbor coziness).

Why a day like this can still be beautiful

Yes, it's raining. But that's precisely why Port d'Andratx feels special today: the colors of the boats are more saturated, the promenade is quieter, the clinking of ropes becomes a soothing melody. Cafés fill with locals enjoying an afternoon without tourist bustle — more room for a second cup of coffee, more time for conversations with a neighbour.

Looking ahead

Short-term the pattern remains changeable and damp; by evening gusts may ease and precipitation weaken. An update in the evening is worth checking to see whether the pier looks a bit drier (see Port d'Andratx: Gentle Autumn Rain and a Mild Breeze at the Harbor). Until then: put on sturdy shoes, keep a jacket handy and maybe have a second cup of coffee. Mallorca shows its own, quiet charm even in the drizzle.