Balearic Islands Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Balearic Islands, Spain in May.

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Pollença Mallorca Port de Pollensa Alcudia

Planning a getaway to the Balearic Islands, Spain this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Balearic Islands in May

The Balearic Islands, Spain is a region in Spain. May in the Balearic Islands generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Cala en Blanes at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Llubí at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Llubí and 17°C (63°F) in Cala en Blanes.

For specific regional insights in the Balearic Islands, Spain, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in La Mola with an average of 19 mm (0.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Búger with 43 mm (1.7 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Pollença sees around 290 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in the Balearic Islands in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in the Balearic Islands

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in the Balearic Islands, Spain?

Temperature range in the Balearic Islands (May)

Precipitation variation in the Balearic Islands (May)

Pollença

In May Pollença generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
290 hours
300 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Pollença →

Mallorca

In May Mallorca generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
285 hours
315 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mallorca →

Port de Pollensa

In May Port de Pollensa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
290 hours
300 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Port de Pollensa →

Alcudia

In May Alcudia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
290 hours
300 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Alcudia →

San Antonio

In May San Antonio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
275 hours
299 hours
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
8.6 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in San Antonio →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Balearic Islands in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pollença 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Mallorca 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Port de Pollensa 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Alcudia 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
San Antonio 24°C (75°F) 17°C (63°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Port d'Alcudia 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)

The Balearic Islands weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Balearic Islands, Spain in May?

the Balearic Islands, Spain typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Pollença average around 22°C (72°F), and temperatures drop to about 16°C (61°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Balearic Islands, Spain in May?

In Pollença, the average daytime high in May is 22°C (72°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 16°C (61°F).

Does the Balearic Islands, Spain get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in the Balearic Islands, Spain. Pollença averages only about 38 mm (1.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Balearic Islands, Spain?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit the Balearic Islands, Spain with overall perfect weather in Pollença.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, September and October provide perfect weather in Pollença. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be tolerable.

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