Weather in Son Coll
Today's weather in Son Coll
Currently sunny at 26.9°C, feels like about 22.5°C — the temperature in Son Coll is mild and the sky is clear. Today brings calm conditions with only a light breeze around 3.6 km/h and a precipitation probability of about 1%.
The day will remain stable; the sun will build up gradually and reach up to 34.6°C during the day, while it briefly dropped to 23.1°C at night. With so little wind it will stay dry and warm — ideal if you want to take it easy. The air feels a bit fresher in the morning, later the heat increases noticeably, so shaded spots will be pleasant. Overall a clear, uninterrupted period with no risk of rain.
Perfect for a beach day
Light clothing, sun protection and plenty of drinking water are recommended now. Afternoons are best for coastal walks or a relaxed sunbathe, when the sun is fully out — starting early avoids the strongest heat. If needed, take cooler breaks in the shade.
Sunny again tomorrow with around 34°C.
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Climate in Son Coll — Tramuntana Mountains at 460 Meters
Son Coll sits at 460 meters elevation in the western Tramuntana mountains, near Banyalbufar. Understanding the climate here requires knowing the mountain dynamics of the Serra de Tramuntana: these coastal ranges intercept moist Mediterranean winds and force orographic precipitation. At 460 m, Son Coll falls squarely within that zone of influence.
Reliable climate figures for this elevation aren't available without a dedicated AEMET station — but the general atmospheric lapse rate makes clear that conditions at 460 m are noticeably cooler year-round than in Palma at sea level. Precipitation totals are likely well above the 449 mm AEMET records for Palma, since Tramuntana locations at this altitude rank among the wettest areas on Mallorca. Without a measurement station, citing specific annual averages wouldn't be responsible.
Summer in Son Coll is warm, but considerably more comfortable than in the lowlands: the elevation takes the edge off the peak heat that Palma and the coast experience in July and August. Hikers and anyone working in the Tramuntana will notice markedly fresher conditions. Days above 35°C — not unheard of in the island's interior — are rare at this altitude.
In winter, Son Coll comes as close to a mountain winter as Mallorca gets: frost here isn't just possible, it's fairly common during cold air incursions from the north. Occasional snowfall at Tramuntana elevations like this is well-documented, even if it melts quickly in most years. The combination of moisture, cold, and wind gives Son Coll a winter character entirely unlike the coast.
The neighboring villages of Banyalbufar and Es Port des Canonge sit much lower on the shoreline and enjoy correspondingly warmer, drier conditions — a visit to either makes the climate difference between the elevations immediately tangible.
For the Tramuntana climate in broader context, the Mallorca Climate Chart and the article on Tramuntana Wind Mallorca offer useful reference points. Coastal weather conditions are covered at Banyalbufar Weather.
A note on data sources: Son Coll has no dedicated AEMET climate-normal station. No reliable T3-Aggregator sources are available for this mountain location at 460 m. This overview draws on AEMET B228 Palma as a comparative reference and general knowledge of Tramuntana climate dynamics (T4-Domänenwissen). Citing specific figures without a measurement station would not be responsible.
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Weather in the Area Around Son Coll
- Banyalbufar Weather — coastal village below, distinctly mild maritime climate
- Es Port des Canonge Weather — small fishing village on the coast
- Tramuntana Wind Mallorca — mountain wind and climate dynamics
- Mallorca Climate Chart — overview of all monthly values
- Rain Mallorca — precipitation patterns across the island
- Mallorca Winter Weather — winter on the island
- Best Time to Visit Mallorca — island-wide overview