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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Cala Ratjada.
Cala Ratjada, Balearic Islands, Spain, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with August peaking at 28°C (82°F) and February dropping to 15°C (59°F).
Rainfall is modest, totalling around 483 mm (19 in) annually. The city experiences a distinct dry season from March to August, with warm summers and mild winters. November tends to be the wettest month. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 10.7 hours of daily sunshine.
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Visitors to Cala Ratjada can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 15°C (59°F) during cooler months like February.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 24°C (75°F) in August to around 11°C (52°F) during February.
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Cala Ratjada tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 483 mm (19 in) of rain per year. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, November it receives moderate rainfall, averaging 79 mm (3.1 in) of precipitation, recorded across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month July brings less rainfall, with 4.5 mm (0.2 in) over 4 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Cala Ratjada Precipitation page.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Cala Ratjada. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.7 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.0 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Cala Ratjada.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 78%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 75%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather in Cala Ratjada. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Cala Ratjada has a distinct dry season from March to August, with warm summers and mild winters.
Daytime highs range from 15°C (59°F) in February to 28°C (82°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 11°C (52°F) to 24°C (75°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 483 mm (19 in). November is the wettest month with 79 mm (3.1 in), while July is the driest with 4.5 mm (0.2 in).
Cala Ratjada receives around 2,727 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 320 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 151 hours. Overall, Cala Ratjada enjoys abundant sunshine.
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