Spring (March–May)
Peak season. 15–25 °C, long dry spells and the whole Tramuntana rideable — this is training-camp Mallorca. Summits can still be 8–10 °C colder than the coast, so pack a vest and arm warmers for the descents.
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Mallorca cycling weather
Live conditions and a 7-day forecast for every riding area of the island — wind first, because on Mallorca wind decides the route.
Spot-by-spot forecast
One reference point per riding area, from sea-level starts to the highest road on the island. Each day says its verdict in words.
How wind shapes a Mallorca ride
Wind is the forecast number that changes a Mallorca route the most. The island's prevailing summer breeze is the Embat, a sea breeze that builds from late morning and fades at dusk; in winter and spring, north winds (the tramuntana) can gust past 60 km/h on exposed capes while the sheltered side of the range stays calm.
The Serra de Tramuntana works as a wall: with a northerly blowing, valleys such as Sóller and Orient and the roads south of the ridge stay surprisingly rideable, while Cap de Formentor, Sa Calobra's upper hairpins and the exposed Puig Major sections take dangerous crosswinds. Flip it in a southerly and the plain gets rough while the north coast calms down.
A practical rule: check gusts, not the average — a 25 km/h average with 55 km/h gusts is a worse day than a steady 35. Above roughly 45 km/h gusts, avoid exposed descents and deep-section wheels, and ride out into the wind so it pushes you home.
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Riding seasons in Mallorca
Summer (June–September)
Hot: 30 °C+ inland is normal and the plain bakes by midday. Start at first light, use the Embat sea breeze, refill at every fountain and finish the day's climbing before noon. The mountains are the coolest place on the island.
Autumn (October–November)
Warm sea, quiet roads and 18–25 °C days — but this is the wettest window of the year, and heavy showers wash gravel across mountain bends. Watch the radar, plan bail-outs and enjoy the emptiest riding of the season.
Winter (December–February)
Very rideable by northern-European standards: 10–16 °C on the coast on clear days. Tramuntana summits get near-freezing nights, occasional snow above 700 m and long shaded, damp descents — check the Puig Major spot before committing to the high loop.
Mallorca cycling weather FAQ
What is the best month for cycling in Mallorca?
April and May are the sweet spot: 18–25 °C, low rain risk and settled weather, which is why the training-camp season peaks then. September and October offer similar temperatures with a warmer sea at a slightly higher shower risk. July and August are for dawn starts only.
How windy is Mallorca for cycling?
Most days are rideable: the typical afternoon breeze runs 15–25 km/h. What to watch are northerly blows in winter and spring, when exposed capes like Formentor and the high Tramuntana passes gust well past 50 km/h while the sheltered side of the island stays calm — that is exactly what this page's area ranking is for.
Does it rain much in Mallorca?
Roughly 40–60 rain days a year, most of them between September and November. Rain usually arrives as short, heavy showers rather than day-long drizzle — you can often wait one out in a café. The mountains catch about twice the rain of Palma and the plain.
Can you cycle in Mallorca in winter?
Yes — coastal days at 12–16 °C are common, and thousands of riders train here in January and February. Start late (10 am), layer for the big day–night swing, and treat the high mountain roads with respect: ice and snow are possible above 700 m after cold snaps.
How much colder is it in the mountains?
Reckon on losing about 0.6–1 °C per 100 m of climbing: the Puig Major road at 850 m routinely reads 6–9 °C colder than Sóller at sea level, before wind chill on the descent. Whatever the coast says, carry a layer on any ride crossing the Serra.
Verdicts are computed from public forecasts and simple thresholds — always check the sky yourself and ride within your limits. Mallorca Cycling Lab is not liable for weather-dependent decisions. Weather data by Open-Meteo.
Where to ride today
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