Santanyí on 22 September: Rain, but Late-Summer Warmth

A mild rainy day – Santanyí remains warm, but wet

If you plan to stroll through Santanyí on 22 September, don’t forget your umbrella. It is expected to rain almost continuously, but temperatures will stay pleasantly late-summer: no heavy coats, rather a damp veil over the old town atmosphere. The rain brings that special sound of drops on terracotta roofs and the smell of wet stone – for some Mallorcans a welcome breather after dry weeks (Santanyí el 22 de septiembre: lluvia, pero calor de finales de verano).

Weather figures: warm and stable

The temperature curve is modest: at night around 20.8 °C, in the morning about 22.2 °C, briefly at noon 22.8 °C and during the day peaking at around 26.6 °C. In the afternoon it falls again to just under 21.5 °C. The perceived temperature varies only slightly between about 20.8 and 23.1 °C – you feel the rain-humid late summer, not an autumn gale.

Pressure, humidity and wind – what the day brings

Air pressure remains stable at about 1014 hPa, humidity is around 77% – that explains the soft light and the shiny streets. The wind comes from the northeast at about 8.4 m/s (direction ~39°) with gusts up to approximately 8.9 m/s. No storm warning, but loose hair and light umbrellas could be a challenge today.

Clouds, chance of rain and everyday tips

Cloud cover will be very dense, around 94%, and the probability of precipitation is practically 100%. Concretely: the weekly market at Plaça Major will likely be wetter than usual, stallholders may pack up earlier, and the leather goods stalls will be put away. Commuters should allow a few extra minutes: wet roads slow buses and vehicles, especially on the narrow town throughways.

Practical gear: light waterproof shoes, a small towel in your backpack and groceries protected in a plastic bag. An umbrella with a sturdy frame is better today than a wind-prone model. And yes: cafés in the alleys fill up quickly — a good moment for a slow coffee while watching dripping orange trees and listening to the soft splash in the gutter.

For day-trippers, anglers and locals

On the coast expect moderate swell. Anglers can still find spots but should watch for slippery, wet rocks. Walks along the promenade are possible, but not dry and less photogenic than in the sun — instead quieter, with the occasional cry of a seagull and the sound of rain. If you have plans outdoors in the evening, protect them or postpone; indoors it remains pleasantly mild, ideal for a book or an audio play with an open window.

And the positive: the rain does the gardens and nature good, fills the cisterns, calms the air and temporarily reduces dust and pollen. For the small traders in Santanyí it is a workday with extra protection, but for the town rain often brings a slightly slowed-down, cozy atmosphere.

In short: a wet, but by no means cold day. Those who take precautions can enjoy the special charm of a rainy late-summer day in Santanyí — with warm coffee, clattering umbrellas and the scent of wet orange trees in the air.