Mallorca · January
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.
January in Mallorca is on the cool side — with highs around 16°C (61°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Daytime highs average 16°C (61°F), cooling to 6°C (43°F) at night (daily average: 11°C (52°F)). Peaks reach around 20°C (68°F), the coldest nights around -1°C (30°F) — frost does occur. With 6 sunshine hours per day and 4 rain days (45 mm (1.8 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 15°C (59°F), the water is still quite cool in January — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
The island belongs to the locals. Almond blossom covers the hills around Llucmajor and Felanitx in pink and white — a spectacle that plays out without the crowds. Palma's cafés have tables back out on the pavements, and a coffee costs half the summer price again.
Events & Festivals
- Almond blossommid-January to mid-February
Entire ranges of hills in the island's interior turn white and pink. Especially beautiful around Llucmajor and Felanitx.
Packing list for Mallorca in January
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Jumper or fleece
- Warm jacket for frosty nights
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Mallorca?
- January 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 January?
- In January, Mallorca sees daily highs of 16°C (61°F). Nights cool to 6°C (43°F), with a daily average of 11°C (52°F). Peaks reach around 20°C (68°F), the coldest nights around -1°C (30°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Mallorca in January?
- In January, Mallorca receives an average of 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Mallorca get in January?
- Mallorca averages 6 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Mallorca in January?
- Water temperature in Mallorca in January averages 15°C (59°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.