What to expect in Mallorca in May
May is one of the best times to visit Mallorca. Expect 23° / 13°, manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
Mallorca weather in May
Typical conditions in Mallorca during May, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 23°C 73°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 13°C 55°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 30/100 |
| Total rainfall | 32 mm1.3 in |
| Rainy days | 6 |
| Sea temperature | 18°C 65°F |
| Daylight | 14 h 22 min |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 23°C with lows near 13°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Mallorca — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Light layers for 23°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 13°C.
What it costs
Costs in May sit around the yearly average for Mallorca — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 43% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Mallorca Live Festival while you’re there.
- Mallorca Live Festival — International rock and pop acts headline this open-air festival held near Calvià's Magaluf coast each May.
Mallorca in May compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March | 18° / 8° | Low | $ | 71 |
| April | 20° / 10° | Moderate | $$ | 66 |
| May · This month | 23° / 13° | Moderate | $$ | 65 |
| June | 27° / 17° | High | $$ | 56 |
| July | 30° / 20° | High | $$$ | 42 |
These months score higher for Mallorca on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in May
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in May.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
