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Es Mercadal in May sees pleasant temperatures, with highs around 20°C (68°F) and overnight lows of 17°C (63°F). Overall excellent conditions make it one of the better months to visit.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the best months to visit Es Mercadal.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
For Es Mercadal in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. The water temperature sits at about 19°C (66°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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