Mild Day in Santanyí: A Walk Instead of the Beach Chair

Light breeze, warm light: Santanyí shows its relaxed side

Good morning from Santanyí. Anyone strolling over the Plaça Major now can hear the familiar clacking of espadrilles, the murmuring of vendors and occasionally a distant church bell. The sun is out but likes to hide behind a few thin clouds — not harsh summer light, but that flattering, warm glow that makes the stone facades look golden. Perfect for an outdoor coffee or a long walk to Cala Santanyí; for a local report see Santanyí on September 21: A mild autumn day to recharge.

Temperatures that invite you outside

The morning starts mild at around 19.7 °C at about 9 a.m. In the early afternoon the thermometer climbs to a pleasant 24 °C, and in the late afternoon it’s still about 23.4 °C. In the evening it stays mild at roughly 22.4 °C, so terraces remain busy — those who linger may reach for a light cardigan when the sun slips behind the clouds.

Wind, humidity and chances of rain

The wind is light from the southwest at just under 5 m/s, with moderate gusts. On the Passeig Marítim it feels like a pleasant breeze that carries the scent of the sea and grilled fish. Air pressure and humidity are in a calm range (around 1020 hPa, ~53% humidity) and the chance of rain is close to zero — you can safely leave the umbrella in the closet today, unlike on days described in Damp, Mild Day in Santanyí – Umbrellas, Coffee and Glistening Cobblestones.

What the day means in Santanyí

Days like these are worth their weight in gold for their unexcited charm: the weekly market fills with fresh fruit, herbs and conversations in Mallorquín, and it’s perfect weather for a round by the sea without sweating. Cala Santanyí invites a short swim, the waves are gentle, and sitting on the rocks you can hear gulls, the sounds of boats and soft lapping water. For more about the market and walking to the cala see Día templado en Santanyí: paseo en lugar del sillón de playa.

A tip for breakfast-goers: the bakery on Carrer del Pi has fresh ensaimadas in the morning — warm, buttery, a small indulgence. Those who prefer to stay active will find plenty of room on the coastal promenade for an easy bike ride; for sailors the conditions are also friendly, without strong winds, though sometimes a light headwind along the coast.

Just go outside — with an eye on the sky

In the evening the wind can cool things down a bit, so pack a thin jacket if your plan is to watch the sunset at Cap d'es Llombards or have a nightcap at a bar on the Plaça. These are exactly the days when Mallorca surprises with little light shows: when the sun breaks through the clouds the streets and coves take on that warm, almost cinematic atmosphere, as noted in Cozy Cloudy Day in Santanyí – Warm Enough for a Café, Fresh Enough for the Market.

In short: not weather that promises big things — but one that makes time for small joys. The town breathes, the cafés fill up, and Santanyí shows its coziest side. Enjoy the walk, the ensaimada and the faint sea scent that lingers in the air today.