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Palma de Mallorca in May

Warm and green

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026 · Spain guide

The short answer

May is one of the best months to visit Palma de Mallorca.

May is one of the best months: warm weather, open beach clubs and manageable crowds.

7.3/10 overall16–23°CModerate crowds€€€
Weather8.5/10
Crowds6/10
Prices€€€
Events5.5/10

May in detail

What May actually feels like

Weather
16–23°C
Warm, sunny and mostly dry.
Crowds
Moderate
Steady visitor numbers; the main sights are busiest around midday.
Prices
€€€
Mid-range hotel rates.

+Warm sea starting and the island at its best.

–Weekends are busier.

My tip for May

Book beach clubs and restaurants for weekends ahead.

  • Beaches
  • Hiking
  • Cycling

How May compares

Against the other eleven months

2nd of 12 overall in Palma de Mallorca, 3rd for weather, 8th for space, 8th for value. The emptiest month is January; the best value is January.

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Weather

Weather in Palma de Mallorca in May

In May Palma de Mallorca averages a high of 23°C (73°F) and a low of 16°C (61°F), with about 32 mm of rain or snow over 3 wet days. The warmest month is July (around 30°C) and the coolest is January (around 16°C); the wettest month is October.

Average high
23°C
73°F
Average low
16°C
61°F
Precipitation
32 mm
Wet days
3

Climate data: State Meteorological Agency/AEMET OpenData. Temperatures are averages of daily highs and lows.

Quick answers

Palma de Mallorca in May: the questions people ask

Is May a good time to visit Palma de Mallorca?
May is one of the best months to visit Palma de Mallorca. It ranks 2 of 12 months in Palma de Mallorca overall (3 for weather, 8 for space, 8 for value). The main upside: Warm sea starting and the island at its best. The main downside: Weekends are busier.
What is the weather like in Palma de Mallorca in May?
Average highs are around 23°C and lows around 16°C. Expect about 32 mm of rain or snow over roughly 3 wet days. Warm, sunny and mostly dry. For comparison, the warmest month is July (around 30°C) and the coolest is January (around 16°C).
Is Palma de Mallorca crowded in May?
Crowds are moderate. Steady visitor numbers; the main sights are busiest around midday. The quietest month is January.
How expensive is Palma de Mallorca in May?
Prices are at level 3 of 5 (€€€). Mid-range hotel rates. The best-value month is January.
When is the best time to visit Palma de Mallorca?
In the CrowdFreeViews month scores, September is the best month overall (May ranks 2 of 12). The quietest month is January and the best value is January.

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Warm sea starting and the island at its best.

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