Things to Do in Palma de Mallorca in November
November weather, activities, events & insider tips
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November Weather in Palma de Mallorca
Temperature, rainfall and humidity at a glance
69°F (21°C)
High Temp
57°F (14°C)
Low Temp
2.3 inches (58 mm)
Rainfall
79%
Humidity
Is November Right for You?
Weigh the advantages and considerations before booking
Advantages
- + November is Palma's red-wine month: the new harvest starts appearing in traditional bodegas, and you'll find locals drinking tinto de temporada at Bar Central on Plaça Major - a 1920s institution that still serves wine from the barrel at the same wooden counter.
- + Hotel rates drop 35-40% from summer peaks while beach temperatures remain swimmable at 19°C (66°F). The sea stays clear and warm enough that locals still take morning dips at Ciudad Jardín beach through mid-November.
- + Almond trees start blooming in the interior valleys - you can drive 25 km (15.5 miles) to Sóller and see the first white blossoms against mountain backdrops, something tourists rarely catch because guidebooks focus on spring.
- + Museum crowds thin dramatically - the Es Baluard contemporary art museum feels almost empty on weekday mornings, and you can spend an hour alone with Miró's Mallorca series without anyone else in the room.
Considerations
- − November brings the tramuntana - sudden mountain winds that hit 80 km/h (50 mph) without warning. They'll rip umbrellas inside out on La Rambla and can cancel boat trips to Cabrera National Park with 3-4 hours notice.
- − Beach clubs close by November 15th - the last sunset sessions at Purobeach end mid-month, and the famous Sunday DJs pack up. You'll still find locals swimming. But the scene shifts to inland wine bars.
- − Daylight is shorter - 10.5 hours versus 14+ in July. The sun drops behind the cathedral by 5:30 PM, which means golden hour photos need planning around 4:30-5:00 PM.
Best Activities in November
Top things to do during your visit
Serra de Tramuntana Hiking Routes
November's 22°C (72°F) highs make the mountain trails good for full-day hikes. The GR221 path from Valldemossa to Deià offers 4-5 hours of walking through holm oak forests with zero summer crowds. You'll smell wild rosemary and hear the crunch of chestnuts underfoot - the trail passes through three abandoned terraces where locals still harvest almonds by hand.
Booking Tip: Book guided hikes 5-7 days ahead through licensed operators. Morning starts are essential - afternoon tramuntana winds can make ridge walks dangerous. See current tour options in booking section below.
Palma Old Town Wine Bar Crawl
November evenings belong to the old town's wine bars. Start at La Rosa Vermuterían on Carrer de la Rosa - a 1940s former fishermen's bar that pours Mallorcan vermouth from clay jugs. The route connects six traditional bodegas within 800 m (half a mile), each serving different local wines paired with sobrasada and mahón cheese. You'll walk cobbled lanes where the only sounds are church bells and wine glasses clinking.
Booking Tip: No reservations needed for most bars - arrive 7:30-8:00 PM for tables. The crawl works best as a self-guided walk using Google Maps to connect Carrer de la Rosa, Plaça Drassana, and Sant Jaume areas.
Cabrera National Park Boat Tours
November's calmer seas make this the last reliable month for the 45-minute boat ride to Cabrera. The water clarity peaks after summer algae die off - visibility reaches 30 m (98 ft) for snorkeling around the Blue Cave. You'll share the archipelago with maybe 20 other visitors versus 200+ in August. The highlight is hiking to the 14th-century castle for sunset views back toward Palma's cathedral.
Booking Tip: Book 3-4 days ahead as boats run weather-dependent schedules. Morning departures from Colònia de Sant Jordi are most reliable - see current tour options in booking section below.
Santa Catalina Market Cooking Classes
November markets overflow with seasonal ingredients - wild mushrooms, new olive oil, and early citrus. The 120-year-old Santa Catalina market hosts small-group classes where you'll shop like locals at 9 AM, then cook paella with the day's catch. The classes happen in nearby apartments with cathedral views, and November's smaller tourist numbers mean more hands-on time with the chef.
Booking Tip: Classes fill 48-72 hours ahead on weekends. Look for operators using Santa Catalina market ingredients - avoid classes in tourist hotels that import ingredients from mainland Spain.
Bellver Castle Cycling Routes
The 3 km (1.9 mile) climb to Bellver Castle becomes pleasant in November's cooler mornings. The castle road is virtually empty compared to summer's tour bus traffic. You'll coast back down through pine forests smelling of resin and wild thyme, with panoramic views of Palma's bay that stretch to the Tramuntana peaks. The route connects through the old fishermen's quarter of Portopí - where stone houses date to the 1300s.
Booking Tip: Rent bikes in Palma's old town - electric bikes recommended for the castle climb. Morning start at 9 AM avoids both wind and cathedral tour groups.
Where to Stay in Palma de Mallorca in November
Hand-picked hotels across price tiers for November travellers.
Public Holidays in November
Dates that affect opening hours, transport and crowds
Día de todos los Santos
Known in English as All Saints Day. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
Día de todos los Santos
Known in English as All Saints Day. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
Día de todos los Santos
Known in English as All Saints Day. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
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Insider Knowledge
Book cathedral rooftop tours for 4 PM - the setting sun turns the sandstone golden while crowds thin for evening mass
Skip the Soller tourist train on weekends - locals use it for commuting and you'll stand the whole way
Download offline maps - Palma's narrow lanes block GPS signals between 3-4 story buildings
Carry cash for bodegas - half the traditional wine bars still don't take cards, in the old fishermen's quarter
Avoid These Mistakes
November strips the coast of its crowds, and the smart money heads inland. Wine bars in stone villages and mountain hamlets fill with locals. This is when the island shows you its real rhythm.
Schedule your beach time for the morning. From 9 AM to 2 PM the air is still, the sea flat, and the sun warm, after that, the wind arrives and the shoreline empties.
Never skip the wind forecast. The tramuntana can sweep in overnight, scrubbing your mountain hike or boat charter with only six hours' warning.
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