Mallorca weather in January (Balearic Islands, Spain)

Looking to travel to Mallorca in January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Mallorca generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around 15°C, while nights can cool down to about 10°C.

Mallorca in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 41 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 14 days of rain are anticipated.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 166 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Mallorca. May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mallorca climate page with graphs.

 

Mallorca, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 41 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
SunshineSunshine 166 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 54%  

Where to go in Spain in January

Find out more about the weather in Spain in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Mallorca in January?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 14°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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