Spain Mallorca Weather in May — Climate Guide
May in Mallorca is very-high
Mallorca Weather in May — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 23° / 13°
- Rainfall
- 32mm · 5 days
- Crowds
- Busy
As of 2026, Mallorca in May averages a high of 23°C and low of 13°C with 32mm of rain over about 5 days. Warm late spring — around 23°C/13°C, plenty of sun. Short sleeves by day, a light layer for evenings. The sea is warming and swimmable for the hardy (~18°C). UV 8 — sunglasses, hat, SPF 30+.
May is very-high for Mallorca.
May is arguably Mallorca's best all-round month — warm, very sunny days around 23°C/13°C, the sea warming enough to swim, and the island still relatively uncrowded, with only about 32mm of rain.
The May signature is the start of beach season alongside still-excellent hiking and cycling weather, plus Sóller's lively 'Moros i Cristians' (Es Firó) reenactment of a historic pirate raid. You get the best of both worlds: warm enough for the calas, cool enough for the mountains.
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Mallorca May Weather Stats
Avg High
23°C
Avg Low
13°C
Rainy Days
5
32mm total
Sunshine
9h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
comfortable
UV Index
8
Very high
Wind
13 km/h
Gusts 24
Sea Temp
18°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
May Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
11 μg/m³
PM10
21 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
23°C
Nighttime
13°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
13 km/h
Max gust 24 km/h
Activities Recommended for May
May Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Warm, very sunny days
- Sea warming and swimmable
- Hiking & cycling still excellent
- Crowds and prices below summer peak
- Sóller Moros i Cristians fiesta
Cons
- Sea still cool early in the month (~18°C)
- Getting busier each year
- Prices rising toward summer
- Strong midday sun (UV 8)
May Events & Festivals
- Sóller 'Moros i Cristians' (Es Firó, May) — pirate-raid reenactment
- Beach season begins as the sea warms
- Tramuntana hiking & cycling still excellent
- Shoulder-season value before the summer peak
- Long sunny days, comfortable warmth
Mallorca in May — Full Picture
May is arguably Mallorca's best all-round month — warm, very sunny days around 23°C/13°C, the sea warming enough to swim, and the island still relatively uncrowded, with only about 32mm of rain.
The May signature is the start of beach season alongside still-excellent hiking and cycling weather, plus Sóller's lively 'Moros i Cristians' (Es Firó) reenactment of a historic pirate raid. You get the best of both worlds: warm enough for the calas, cool enough for the mountains.
It's a superb month for the whole island — Palma, the Sóller train and Tramuntana villages, Cap de Formentor, and the first proper beach days — with comfortable weather and prices and crowds still below the July-August peak.
The sea is on the cool side early in the month (~18°C) but increasingly swimmable, and the only real caveat is that this open secret is getting busier each year. For most travelers, May is the ideal time to visit — warm, sunny, and far calmer than high summer.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Warm late spring — around 23°C/13°C, plenty of sun. Short sleeves by day, a light layer for evenings. The sea is warming and swimmable for the hardy (~18°C). UV 8 — sunglasses, hat, SPF 30+.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current19.7°C
10°C
5.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.3°C
19.3°C
2.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
23.7°C
14.3°C
7.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
15.3°C
6.3°C
6.7/mo
Mallorca Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15° | 6° | 7d·43mm | 5.5h | 77% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 15° | 6° | 6d·38mm | 6h | 76% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 17° | 8° | 6d·38mm | 6.5h | 74% | 4 | Moderate | Low season | |
| April (Best) | 19° | 9° | 6d·39mm | 7.5h | 72% | 6 | Busy | Shoulder |
| May (Best) | 23° | 13° | 5d·32mm | 9h | 70% | 8 | Busy | Shoulder |
| June (Best) | 27° | 17° | 3d·16mm | 10h | 67% | 9 | Busy | Peak |
| 30° | 20° | 1d·7mm | 11h | 65% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 21° | 3d·22mm | 10.5h | 67% | 9 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 28° | 18° | 6d·51mm | 8h | 70% | 7 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 24° | 15° | 8d·72mm | 6.5h | 74% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 19° | 10° | 8d·58mm | 5.5h | 76% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 16° | 7° | 7d·50mm | 5h | 77% | 2 | Quiet | Low season |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is May a good time to visit Mallorca?
Mallorca in May is very-high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Mallorca in May?
Mallorca May averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C.
Does it rain much in Mallorca in May?
Mallorca May averages 32mm of rainfall over about 5 rainy days.
What should I wear in Mallorca in May?
Warm late spring — around 23°C/13°C, plenty of sun. Short sleeves by day, a light layer for evenings. The sea is warming and swimmable for the hardy (~18°C). UV 8 — sunglasses, hat, SPF 30+.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Mallorca in May?
Mallorca May sunrise is 06:35 and sunset is 20:55, with 14h 20min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Mallorca in May?
Mallorca May air quality (AQI) averages 31, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 11μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Mallorca in May?
In May, Mallorca is great for First beach & cala days, Tramuntana hiking & cycling, Sóller train & villages.
Is May peak season in Mallorca?
Mallorca May crowds are busy and prices are shoulder. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.