Mallorca weather in March
March is a good time to explore Mallorca by car and on foot or bicycle, but is probably not the best time to visit the island if you plan on swimming and sunbathing.
You can expect cool weather and around seven hours of sunshine daily with the occasional brief rain showers.
Frequently asked questions
We answer the most commonly asked questions (FAQs) about Mallorca weather in March.
How hot is it in Mallorca in March?
Daytime temperatures reach an average high of 18°C (64°F) with a night-time low of 6°C (42°F).
How sunny is it in Mallorca in March?
There are normally seven hours of sunshine each day in Mallorca in March – that's around 49% of daylight hours.
Does it rain in Mallorca in March?
There are usually five days with rain in Mallorca in March and the average monthly rainfall is 30mm (1in).
How windy is it in Mallorca in January?
January sees an average hourly wind speed of 18 kilometres per hour (9 knots; 11 mph).
How warm is the sea around Mallorca in March?
The average sea temperature around Mallorca in March is 14°C (57°F).
Sunrise & sunset in Mallorca in March?
Sunrise is around 7am with sunset around 7pm.
What to do in Mallorca in March?
Although too cold for sunbathing and swimming, March is a good time for sightseeing, hiking marked trails in the Serra de Tramuntana and the exploring Mallorca’s many ancient and interesting towns on foot, bicycle and car.
Try to catch one of the many parades celebrating Semana Santa Holy Week: Easter Thursday sees the largest parades to celebrate Easter, with the most colourful being in Palma de Mallorca.
Many churches hold special services on Good Friday and on Easter Sunday, and in the following days, look out for pancaritats – pilgrimages to Majorca's various shrines and hermitages, which are often followed by picnics.
Local holidays?
March is low season in Mallorca with competitive hotel prices.
Mallorca weather in March
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High Temp: 18°C (64°F) |
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Low Temp: 6°C (42°F) |
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Sunshine: 7 hours per day |
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Daylight: 12 hours per day |
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Wind speed: 18 km/h (9 knots; 11 mph) |
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Wet Days: 5 days with some rain |
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Rainfall: 30mm (1in) per month |
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Comfort Level: No heat & 76% humidity |
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UV Index: Moderate |
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Sea Temp: 14°C (57°F) |
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Best time to visit Mallorca
Mallorca is considered a year-round holiday destination; for the best weather visit Mallorca anytime between June and September.
Note: Southeast regions of Mallorca are generally warmer and drier than north-west regions of the island. Mallorca’s mountain ranges bring regional climate variations, with cooler temperatures and higher rainfall than the coast.
Mallorca weather by month
Source: Meteorological data for Palma de Mallorca is based on weather statistics gathered for the 30-year period 1991 to 2020 by Agencia Estatal de Meteorología (AEMET) – Spain's meteorological agency – from the nearest weather station: Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI), located 8km (5mi) east of Palma de Mallorca.
Advice on the best time to visit a particular destination is based on average local weather statistics, when the weather conditions are generally better than at other times of the year. We consider high and low temperatures, risk of rain (and thunderstorms, etc.), amount of sunshine and sea temperature. For general outdoor activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 18°C (64°F) and 27°C (80°F); and for hot-weather activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 24°C (75°F) and 32°C (89°F). Often, the best times to visit correspond to high season and therefore involve higher prices.
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Latest update: Mallorca weather in March: 28 August, 2025
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