Month guide · Palma de Mallorca · Spain
Palma de Mallorca in September
What September is really like in Palma de Mallorca: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
September is one of the best months to visit Palma de Mallorca. Expect average highs of 28°C (82°F), lows of 18°C (64°F), about 4 rainy days and roughly 12.4 hours of daylight. Warm sea and slightly fewer crowds; late-month storms become possible.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 28°C (82°F) / 18°C (64°F)
- Rainy days
- About 4
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 25°C (77°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in September
September is the 3rd-warmest month in Palma de Mallorca: days average 28°C (82°F) against a yearly average high of 22°C (72°F), and nights fall to about 18°C (64°F). Rain falls on roughly 4 of its 30 days. Compared with August (31°C (88°F)), September is cooler; by October highs drop to around 24°C (75°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 07:30
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 19:59
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Sea
- 25°C (77°F)
Autumn (September–November). Warm sea in September and October and fewer visitors, with occasional heavy storms.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 4 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in July). Book accommodation early: September is one of the pricier months.
Events in September
- Nit de l'Art — galleries open late across the city (usually September)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in September
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Waterfront · Portixol and Es Molinar
Portixol and the seafront cycle path
Rent a bike in the centre and ride to Portixol for breakfast by the harbour, continuing to Ciutat Jardí for a swim.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Active
- Kids
Beach · Platja de Palma and Can Pastilla
Platja de Palma
Palma's longest beach is about 5 km of fine sand and shallow water from Can Pastilla to S'Arenal, with lifeguards, sun loungers and beach restaurants.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Kids
- Free
- Outdoors
Religious site · Old Town
La Seu cathedral
On sunny mornings around 2 February and 11 November, the light from the great rose window projects onto the wall beneath the opposite window, drawing crowds inside the cathedral.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Architecture
- History
- Art
- Photo spot
Palace · Old Town
Royal Palace of La Almudaina
Facing the cathedral, this former Moorish fortress was rebuilt as a palace for the medieval kings of Mallorca and is still used by the Spanish royal family for official receptions.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Architecture
- Rainy day
The sea averages 25°C (77°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Palma de Mallorca.
What to pack
For highs near 28°C, lows near 18°C and 4 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Palma de Mallorca?
It is one of the best months to visit Palma de Mallorca. Warm sea and slightly fewer crowds; late-month storms become possible.
+How warm is Palma de Mallorca in September?
Average highs are around 28°C (82°F) and lows around 18°C (64°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Palma de Mallorca in September?
Expect rain on about 4 days of the month, so it is usually dry.