Santanyi Weather
Today's weather in Santanyí
In the southeast of Mallorca, Santanyí is sunny with a current temperature of 30.4°C (feels like 32.8°C). Temperatures will fluctuate during the day, with an expected high around 29.9°C and a low of 24°C. Wind is light at about 8.3 km/h, and the chance of precipitation is only 3%.
The day will be overall dry and warm, ideal for walks and strolls under clear skies. In the shady lanes of the old town it stays pleasant, while the sun hits the sandstone façades of the Porta Murada and the Marès. In the afternoon it may feel a bit warmer along the coast, so don’t forget water and sun protection.
Perfect for a beach day
Santanyí today invites a relaxed visit to Cala Santanyí; shallow water and sunshine suit the afternoon well. Early risers shouldn’t miss the Saturday market on the Plaça Major — fresh fruit, local produce and a lively atmosphere are typical. In the heat, shaded cafés in the lanes are a good alternative.
Tomorrow will remain sunny with around 29.6°C, also a warm day.
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Climate in Santanyí — the sunny southeast with a market-day bonus
Santanyí sits in the far southeastern corner of Mallorca, well away from the moisture-bearing Tramuntana and far enough from the west coast to have developed its own small-town microclimate. Markets are held on Wednesdays and Saturdays — and the weather is genuinely one of the place's strengths: Santanyí and the entire southeastern tip of the island rank among the driest and sunniest parts of Mallorca.
Rainfall in Santanyí runs well below Palma's. AEMET puts Palma's annual precipitation at 449 mm; for the southeast, T3-Aggregator climate data from nearby Ses Salines (around 8 km away) suggest roughly 495 mm — barely more than Palma, despite the more southerly location. The seasonal distribution is more pronounced: virtually no rain falls in summer (under 10 mm in July, according to aggregator climate data), while autumn and winter precipitation is concentrated into a handful of events. November is the wettest month, with around 83 mm.
Summers in Santanyí are hot and dry. Daily highs in July reach around 30°C, with an average daily temperature of around 26°C according to aggregator climate data. The difference from the Palma area is less about temperature and more about character: Santanyí has no urban heat-island effect, and the air is drier and clearer. Anyone heading out to the nearby calas in the heat — Cala Santanyí, Cala Llombards, Portopetro — will find the usual Balearic sea-breeze moderation close to the shore.
Sea temperatures follow the typical Mediterranean pattern: in July the water sits at around 25°C, peaking at around 27°C in August. Even in October, roughly 23°C is still comfortable for a swim — the season is long, and the town itself stays largely pleasant throughout.
Winter in Santanyí is mild by Mallorcan standards. The average daily temperature in January is around 11°C according to aggregator climate data. Frost is rare and limited to extreme cold-air intrusions. The combination of low rainfall, abundant sunshine, and mild winters makes the town a worthwhile destination outside the high season too — especially for cyclists and hikers who appreciate the quiet of the flat hinterland.
Anyone wanting to know Santanyí better as a place will find background in the Santanyí Local Guide. For a broader perspective, the Mallorca Climate Chart offers an island-wide comparison.
Note on data sources: Santanyí does not have its own klimatabelle.info page. Climate figures in this article are drawn from T3-Aggregator climate data for nearby Ses Salines (~8 km, same southeastern Mallorca climate zone) and should be treated as indicative values. AEMET station B228 Palma serves as the T1 reference baseline.
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Weather in the area around Santanyí
- Portopetro Weather — small cove a few kilometers to the east, similar climate
- Cala Figuera Weather — picturesque bay in the surrounding area, coastal character
- Cala Llombards Weather — quiet swimming bay to the south
- Ses Salines Weather — neighboring municipality, salt nature reserve
- Mallorca Climate Chart — overview of all monthly values for the island
- Best Time to Visit Mallorca — island-wide overview
- Santanyí — Local Guide — history, market days, and practical information