Santa Ponsa: Short showers and fresh breeze – what the day will be like

A little grey, very Mallorcan: today's forecast for Santa Ponsa

This morning Santa Ponsa no longer shows the typical deep blue. If you walk along the promenade around nine, you can hear the gentle slap of the waves, the scratching of the seagulls and already see the first bank of clouds moving in over the sea. Short, light showers are possible – nothing dramatic, but enough that a small umbrella in your bag won't hurt — see Santa Ponsa: Mild Autumn Day – Sun, Clouds and an Umbrella for the Promenade. The fishermen in the harbor calmly mend their nets, holidaymakers retreat under the parasols and the beach chairs largely remain untouched.

Temperatures: mild with a pleasant cool-down

Temperatures remain friendly: nights stay fairly mild at about 19 °C, and during the day the thermometer climbs to around 27 °C. Mornings start at roughly 21 °C, and in the early afternoon it's usually 23–25 °C. If you want to take an evening stroll by the sea, bring a light jacket, because the air cools down again slowly — for another mild walking day see Santa Ponsa: Warm, cloudy — and made for walking.

Humidity, pressure and wind – a treat for sailors and walkers

The air feels noticeably more humid today, with around 75 % humidity. Air pressure is about 1014 hPa. A fresh northwest breeze blows (approximately 330°) with speeds around 5–6 m/s, a bit stronger in gusts. That means clouds move quickly, showers arrive and are gone just as fast; for a contrasting report with a light southerly breeze see Santa Ponsa: Clouds, warmth and a gentle south wind on September 2.

How likely is rain?

The chance of rain mostly stays in the double-digit range. Locally, if a denser bank of clouds hits the coast, it can briefly rise to 80–100 %. The highest chances of a wet moment are in the morning and again in the late afternoon. Most of the time these are short showers; often blue sky returns after 20–40 minutes.

Practical tips for the day

A light rain cover or a medium-sized umbrella is sufficient in most cases. If you stay on the beach: stay calm and wait – many clouds move on quickly. For a cozy break, the street cafés on Avenida Rei Jaume offer a warm refuge today; a good cortado makes the view of the sea feel more comfortable — see also Santa Ponsa, September 4: Clouds, Warmth and a Tapas Evening in Sight. Photographers will appreciate the soft light after a shower, and walkers will enjoy the fresher air.

In short: no storm, no cold front – just a bit of Mallorcan summer rain in between. The sea smells of salt and wet sand, the pines release their resinous aroma, and for a day the island feels quieter, cleaner and in its own way restorative. Plan flexibly, keep an eye on the sea and don't let a little shower spoil your mood – sometimes a day like this does the island and all of us a lot of good.