After mixed weeks: Calmer weather returns to Mallorca

After mixed weeks: Calmer weather returns to Mallorca

Less wind, more sun – except on Thursday

The island visibly breathes a sigh of relief. After weeks in which rain and strong winds dominated daily life, the Spanish weather service AEMET paints a more moderate picture for the coming days. Highs repeatedly approach the 20-degree mark, the wind eases – a relief for road workers, winegrowers and everyone who prefers to spend their time outdoors.

Those walking along the Passeig Marítim nowadays hear the clinking of coffee cups rather than the howling of the wind. At the Mercado de l'Olivar vendors are displaying lemons more visibly again, because less rain no longer drives visitors quickly into the market halls. Even the seagulls around Portixol seem more relaxed; they circle more extensively instead of battling gusts.

One warning remains: Thursday is expected to bring stronger gusts and isolated showers once more. According to AEMET this is the exception this week. For anyone working outside or planning to go out by boat, it's worth checking the detailed forecasts and warnings for the coast and mountains on that day via AEMET's municipal forecasts.

From Friday the weather plays out in more sunny scenes: terraces fill up again, walkers on Playa de Palma take off their jackets, and in Santa Catalina the bustle of weekend cafés moves closer to the sidewalks. This mirrors recent reports such as Pre-Christmas Mildness: A Sunny Weekend on Mallorca. Days will be pleasant, while nights significantly cooler – the combination is somewhat reminiscent of the transition between winter and spring.

For agriculture and garden care this is good news. Soil that previously suffered from too much moisture can dry out a bit now; vines and almond trees get sun without immediate return of heavy storms. Craftsmen can continue outdoor projects without constantly having to take breaks due to bad weather.

On the other hand, tourists and locals should not underestimate the cooler nights. Those sitting in the evening at Plaça Major will now more often need a light jacket. Hikers in the Serra de Tramuntana would do well to still expect some frost in the mornings, especially at higher elevations.

A small, positive everyday observation: the gardeners in the streets of Palma are out again. You can see pruning tools in their hands, bougainvillea being shaped, and benches in smaller parks being cleaned. Locals notice these quiet activities immediately – they are a barometer for a normalization of the island's rhythm.

Why this is good for Mallorca can be grasped practically: safety and predictability return. Less wind means fewer damages to temporary structures, fewer canceled ferry connections and calmer work on construction sites. Tourism benefits because excursions to Valldemossa or Cap Formentor are more likely to take place without organizers having to cancel at short notice; local coverage includes pieces like Storms are over, island remains moody: What Mallorca's weather will be like in the coming days.

My tip for the coming weekend: get up when the sun first shines through the alleys of Palma and enjoy a coffee outdoors. Pack a light jacket for the evenings, and keep an eye on webcams or the AEMET app – for a quick temperature and wind check. For families the coming days are ideal for beach walks without rubber boots and for small trips into the island's interior.

The summary is simple: the island now gets a breather from the unsettled weather. It's nothing spectacular, but something reliable that makes everyday life easier. And for Mallorca, whose rhythm is strongly dependent on the weather, reliability is often worth more than short-term highs.

Outlook: AEMET signals more stable conditions for the next days with the mentioned exception on Thursday. Anyone with plans – craftsmen, market traders, hosts or hikers – can plan more calmly, but should still pay attention to local weather reports. So pack your rucksack, don't forget the jacket and go out: the island is showing itself again from its accessible side.