Majorca

What’s the weather like in Majorca in May?

Located in the Balearic Islands, Majorca’s weather is typical of the area and gets hotter as May goes on. You can look forward to plenty of sunshine as summer gets closer, with sea temperatures and sunshine hours also improving.

Geographical influences

The weather is different around Majorca due to the island being quite mountainous. The south’s usually a bit warmer and drier than the north because of north westerly winds, which the mountains block. You'll be kept cool by the local embat wind on the coast, which is welcome in May as things get hotter.

Averages

The average high temperature in Majorca during May is 23ºC, so you'll be spending lots of time sunning yourself at the beach or by the pool. Have some fun at the shops picking out your new swimwear, but make sure you leave some space in your suitcase for some warmer clothes, as things can get quite cool at night. The average sea temperature’s 18ºC, while humidity’s low and range from around 50% to the mid-90s. Average rainfall’s 36mm over four rainy days.

Daylight

During May you can expect 14 hours of daylight with nine hours of sunshine each day. The UV index will rise to a very high level so make sure you protect yourself in the sun, which sets around 9pm throughout most of May.