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Mallorca in September
The warmest sea of the year and the crowds easing after the first week. Wine harvest festivals in Binissalem later in the month.
The straight answer
September is one of the best months of the year to visit Mallorca. The warmest sea of the year and the crowds easing after the first week. Wine harvest festivals in Binissalem later in the month.
- Weather
- Warm, highs near 83F (28C), sea at its warmest
- Crowds
- 4 of 5
- Prices
- 4 of 5
What September is like in Mallorca
September brings the warmest sea of the year. Highs near 83F (28C), and the crowds ease after the first week as schools go back. Everything is still open and the evenings are lovely. Late in the month, Binissalem celebrates the wine harvest with the Festa des Vermar, including a grape fight.
This is one of the best months for couples, families with young kids, and anyone who loves swimming. Book ahead, as it is still busy. If you want lower prices and don't mind slightly cooler water, the first half of October is a great alternative.
Make the most of September
What is especially good about Mallorca this month.
The warmest sea
The water holds its summer heat, making it the best month for long swims and snorkeling.
Festa des Vermar
Binissalem's wine harvest festival in late September includes a grape fight. It is lively and local.
Crowds easing
After the first week, coves and roads get easier. Mondrago is lovely with fewer people.
What to pack for September
- Swimwear and a snorkel mask
- Sunscreen and a hat
- Water shoes
- A light layer for evenings
Our timing tip
Aim for mid to late September for warm water and thinner crowds, and plan a day in Binissalem for the harvest festival.
Book Mallorca for September.
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- Hotels for September
Hotels. Expedia
Hotels in MallorcaOpens a hotel search for Mallorca in September, dates filled in. Book early for the best months: the good rooms go first.
- Rentals on Vrbo
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Vacation rentals in MallorcaWhole homes, condos and villas. Usually the better deal for families and groups, with a kitchen and room to spread out.
- Tours and tickets
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Tours and tickets in MallorcaTimed-entry tickets, day trips and guided tours in Mallorca for September. Popular slots sell out in the best months.
What's on in September
Festa des Vermar, Binissalem
Late September
The island's main wine harvest festival, including a grape fight, in the heart of Mallorca's wine region.
Things to do in Mallorca
Palma Cathedral (La Seu)
The Gothic cathedral on the waterfront, with an interior touched by Gaudi. Go at opening or late afternoon to avoid cruise groups.
Soller train and tram
A wooden train running since 1912 from Palma through the mountains to Soller, then a tram down to the port. Book ahead in summer, and check for winter maintenance closures.
Valldemossa and Deia
Two stone villages in the Tramuntana, the first famous for Chopin's winter stay, the second for the writers and artists who settled there. Visit early before coaches arrive.
Cap de Formentor
The island's dramatic northern tip. In peak summer private cars are restricted on the final stretch; check before you go and consider the bus.
Hiking the GR 221
The Dry Stone Route traverses the Tramuntana with mountain refuges along the way. Best from February through May and in October and November.
Mondrago Natural Park
Protected coves with clear water and pine woods in the southeast. Arrive before 10am in summer.
Beat the crowds
- Visit the most famous calas, such as Cala Varques or those in Mondrago, before 10am or after 5pm. Midday parking often runs out entirely in July and August.
- Check Palma's cruise schedule and save the cathedral and old town for non-ship days, or early mornings.
- Stay in an inland village, Soller, or a finca instead of the big resorts, for calmer nights and easier access to the mountains.
- Drive the Sa Calobra and Formentor roads early. Tour coaches and cyclists fill them from mid-morning.
Know before you go
- Many hotels and restaurants in beach resort areas close from about November to March. Palma, Soller, and the larger inland towns stay open year-round.
- In summer, access to Cap de Formentor and some protected beaches can be restricted for private vehicles; check current rules before driving.
- Mallorca has tightened rules on holiday rentals and on drinking in some resort zones. Book licensed accommodation.
- Late summer and autumn can bring sudden heavy storms that close roads and beaches for a day.
Mallorca in September, quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Mallorca?
September is one of the best months of the year to visit Mallorca. The warmest sea of the year and the crowds easing after the first week. Wine harvest festivals in Binissalem later in the month.
What is the weather like in Mallorca in September?
Warm, highs near 83F (28C), sea at its warmest.
Is Mallorca crowded in September?
Mallorca is busy in September, though mornings and late afternoons stay workable.
What is happening in Mallorca in September?
Festa des Vermar, Binissalem (late september).
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