# Mallorca in August: weather, temperatures and rain days > Weather in Mallorca in August: the hottest month with the warmest sea. Readings from 15 years in Palma and a calendar for every day. Canonical: https://wettermallorca.com/en/august/ Updated on: 2026-10-02 In Mallorca August is the hottest month and has the warmest sea of the year. Rain is rare, but it can be heavy. ## In short In August, Palma de Mallorca reaches 30.9 °C by day and 23.6 °C at night on average. There are 1.5 rain days and 21.0 mm of rainfall, and the sea is around 26.9 °C. The values are averages for the years 2011 to 2025 at the Palma Puerto station. The warmest swimming month, too hot for hikes. ## Key points - By day 30.9 °C on average, at night 23.6 °C in Palma de Mallorca. - 1.5 rain days with at least 1 mm, 21.0 mm of rainfall in total. - Sea temperature off the Bay of Palma: 26.9 °C on average. - Extremes 2011 to 2025: at most 39.1 °C, at least 17.1 °C. - Hottest month, warmest sea, rare but heavy rain. ## What the weather is like in Mallorca in August In August summer in Mallorca reaches its peak: highest daytime values, warmest nights, warmest sea. Rain rarely falls. When it comes, it is often a heavy shower or a thunderstorm, because the monthly amount is spread over very few days. On average over the years 2011 to 2025, the Palma Puerto station reaches 30.9 °C by day and 23.6 °C at night in August. On 1.5 days at least 1 mm of rain falls, adding up to 21.0 mm in the month. For comparison: in July the average high is 30.6 °C, in September it is 28.3 °C. For rainfall, August ranks number 10 of 12 months. The wettest is November with 87.3 mm, the driest is July with 3.0 mm. Individual days deviate strongly from the average. The highest value for August in the years 2011 to 2025 was 39.1 °C on 13 August 2022, the lowest 17.1 °C on 27 August 2023. The figures apply to Palma right on the coast. Inland and in the Serra de Tramuntana, the weather can turn out very different on the same day. ## Day by day: August in Palma in the calendar The calendar shows for each day in August the average high and low for the years 2011 to 2025 and the share of years in which at least 1 mm of rain fell on that date. These are averages from past years and not a forecast. For the next few days, see the [live forecast for Mallorca](https://wettermallorca.com/en/forecast/). ## Sea temperature in Mallorca in August Off the Bay of Palma the sea averages 26.9 °C in August. In July it is 25.7 °C, in September 25.9 °C. The sea does not get any warmer over the course of the year. Swimming is possible without restriction. The value comes from the NOAA OISST satellite analysis for open water off the bay, averaged over 2011 to 2025. In shallow coves and right at the beach the water can be warmer or colder. ## What to pack for Mallorca in August In August you need the same as in July: light clothing, hat, sunglasses, strong sun cream and swimwear. A water bottle belongs in every bag. For a possible thundery shower, a thin jacket in your luggage is enough. ## Which activities suit the weather in August - Beach: Best swimming conditions of the year, plan for shade at midday. - Boat trip: Very good, the water is at its warmest now. - Hiking: Only early in the morning and short. The heat should not be underestimated. - Caves: Pleasantly cool when it is hottest outside. - City: Early or late in the day. At midday shady places and indoor spaces are the better choice. The [climate table for Mallorca](https://wettermallorca.com/en/climate-table/) and the overview of the [best time to visit](https://wettermallorca.com/en/best-time-to-visit/) show how August fits into the whole year. Right next to it are [July](https://wettermallorca.com/en/july/) and [September](https://wettermallorca.com/en/september/). The travel guide [mallorcaplaner.com](https://mallorcaplaner.com/) collects ideas for outings. ## Frequently asked questions ### How warm is it in Mallorca in August? In Palma de Mallorca the average high in August is 30.9 °C and the average low is 23.6 °C. These are averages for the years 2011 to 2025 at the Palma Puerto station on the coast. Individual days can be much warmer or cooler. ### How often does it rain in Mallorca in August? On average Palma has 1.5 rain days in August, meaning days with at least 1 mm of precipitation. The total is 21.0 mm. For rainfall, August ranks number 10 of 12 months. The wettest is November with 87.3 mm, the driest is July with 3.0 mm. ### Can you swim in the sea in Mallorca in August? The sea off the Bay of Palma averages 26.9 °C in August. The sea does not get any warmer over the course of the year. Swimming is possible without restriction. The value applies to open water, and in shallow coves it can be different. ### What should I pack for Mallorca in August? In August you need the same as in July: light clothing, hat, sunglasses, strong sun cream and swimwear. A water bottle belongs in every bag. For a possible thundery shower, a thin jacket in your luggage is enough. ### What were the highest and the lowest temperature in August in Palma de Mallorca? At the Palma Puerto station, the highest value for August in the years 2011 to 2025 was 39.1 °C, measured on 13 August 2022. The lowest was 17.1 °C on 27 August 2023. Earlier years are not part of this analysis, so these are not all-time records. ### Is August a good time to visit Mallorca? For a beach holiday yes, it is the month with the warmest water. But August is also the hottest month. If you are planning sightseeing and hikes, May, June, September or October make it easier. ### How reliable is a weather forecast for Mallorca in August? The live forecast for Palma covers around 9 to 10 days and comes from MET Norway. For later days in August, the calendar shows averages for the years 2011 to 2025. They tell you what is typical, not what the weather will be on your travel day. ## Sources - [AEMET OpenData, daily climate values](https://opendata.aemet.es/), checked on 2026-10-03 - [AEMET station inventory, station B228 Palma, Puerto (39.5542 N, 2.6253 E, 3 m)](https://opendata.aemet.es/centrodedescargas/productosAEMET), checked on 2026-10-03 - [NOAA OISST v2.1, daily sea surface temperature, via NOAA CoastWatch ERDDAP](https://coastwatch.pfeg.noaa.gov/erddap/griddap/ncdcOisst21Agg_LonPM180.html), checked on 2026-10-02 - [MET Norway, Locationforecast 2.0](https://api.met.no/weatherapi/locationforecast/2.0/documentation), checked on 2026-10-02