Mallorca · December
Low seasonSpain · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 16° (61°)10– (50–)20 (68) | 16° (61°)12– (54–)21 (70) | 18° (64°)11– (52–)22 (72) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)25 (77) | 24° (75°)19– (66–)29 (84) | 29° (84°)23– (73–)35 (95) | 32° (90°)27– (81–)37 (99) | 32° (90°)26– (79–)37 (99) | 28° (82°)22– (72–)33 (91) | 25° (77°)19– (66–)29 (84) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)24 (75) | 17° (63°)12– (54–)21 (70) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 6° (43°)-1– (30–)12 (54) | 6° (43°)-1– (30–)13 (55) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)14 (57) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)15 (59) | 13° (55°)8– (46–)18 (64) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)22 (72) | 21° (70°)16– (61–)24 (75) | 21° (70°)16– (61–)25 (77) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)23 (73) | 15° (59°)8– (46–)21 (70) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)17 (63) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)13 (55) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h | 8h | 9h | 10h | 11h | 12h | 12h | 11h | 9h | 8h | 6h | 6h |
🌊Water Temp | 15° (59°) | 14° (57°) | 15° (59°) | 16° (61°) | 19° (66°) | 23° (73°) | 26° (79°) | 27° (81°) | 26° (79°) | 23° (73°) | 20° (68°) | 17° (63°) |
🌧Rain Days | 4d45mm (1.8") | 4d32mm (1.3") | 4d28mm (1.1") | 4d31mm (1.2") | 2d30mm (1.2") | 1d15mm (0.6") | 0d4mm (0.2") | 2d19mm (0.7") | 4d52mm (2.0") | 4d58mm (2.3") | 6d62mm (2.4") | 4d36mm (1.4") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
December in Mallorca is on the cool side — with highs around 17°C (63°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Daytime highs average 17°C (63°F), cooling to 7°C (45°F) at night (daily average: 12°C (54°F)). Peaks reach around 21°C (70°F), the coldest nights around 0°C (32°F). With 6 sunshine hours per day and 4 rain days (36 mm (1.4 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 17°C (63°F), the water is still quite cool in December — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Advent in Mallorca is an insider tip for anyone after peace and quiet: Palma's Christmas markets are small, the old-town lanes almost empty, and temperatures mild enough for a stroll in a light coat.
Packing list for Mallorca in December
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Jumper or fleece
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Mallorca?
- December is not an optimal month for Mallorca (Score: 50/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, and October.
- How warm is it in Mallorca in December?
- In December, Mallorca sees daily highs of 17°C (63°F). Nights cool to 7°C (45°F), with a daily average of 12°C (54°F). Peaks reach around 21°C (70°F), the coldest nights around 0°C (32°F).
- How much rain falls in Mallorca in December?
- In December, Mallorca receives an average of 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Mallorca get in December?
- Mallorca averages 6 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Mallorca in December?
- Water temperature in Mallorca in December averages 17°C (63°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.