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
70%
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
Palma de Mallorca in November quiets down. You hear it in the softened footsteps on old town cobblestones. You feel it in the cool, dry air. The pace belongs to locals now. Conversations drift from cafe terraces still bathed in gentle sunlight. This is the month to examine the island's agricultural heart. The best event is the Fira de Tardor in Sineu. There, the scent of just-pressed olive oil and the sight of prized black pigs fill a medieval square. For visitors, it has a chance to spend time with Palma de Mallorca's culture and landscapes. You will not face peak season crowds. Explorations become personal discoveries. This seasonal shift makes active pursuits appealing. Temperate conditions are good for coastal adventures. The sea keeps a trace of summer's warmth. They are also good for urban explorations. You can linger before a Gothic facade without jostling for space. Dining becomes a more leisurely affair. It focuses on the strong, earthy flavors of autumn harvests. In Palma de Mallorca, November is not for sunbathing. It is for connection. Connect to the land, the sea, and the lasting life of the city itself.
3 Hours E-Bike Tour in Palma
adventureGlide silently past the honey-colored stone of La Seu cathedral on an electric-assisted bicycle. Feel the cool maritime breeze as you cross ancient bridges. Explore the secluded paths of the Parc de la Mar. This tour weaves through the historic core of Palma de Mallorca. You cover more ground than on foot. You will still hear the distinct clatter of shop shutters. You will smell the faint aroma of roasting coffee from morning bars.
It delivers the scale and grandeur of Palma de Mallorca's architecture and seaside parks with easy, exhilarating freedom.
Insider tip: Start your tour in the late morning. Wait for commuter traffic to fade. This ensures clearer lanes and softer light for photographs of the Almudaina Palace.
"Cala Millor & Sa Coma: TOP Buggy Tours, your mega experience!"
guided_experienceTake the wheel of an open-air buggy. Rumble along dusty pine-scented trails above the eastern coastline. The turquoise slice of Cala Millor is visible between the trees. The roar of your engine echoes off limestone cliffs. This high-adrenaline route explores the rugged hinterland behind the resort towns. It reveals panoramic views where you can taste salt spray on the air.
It accesses raw, elevated perspectives of Mallorca's famous coves. These views are completely inaccessible to standard rental cars.
Insider tip: Wear clothes you do not mind getting dusty. Bring a scarf to tie over your mouth and nose on the drier trails.
Explore Mallorca in Your Own Formula One Car
otherStrap into a single-seat Formula-style car. Navigate a professional track. Hear the precise whine of the engine. Feel the immediate G-force as you accelerate out of tight curves on tarmac that smells of hot rubber. This is a controlled, high-speed fantasy. It is far removed from the island's typical pastoral scenes.
It offers an intense, purely mechanical thrill. This is unique within the Balearic Islands.
Insider tip: Book the earliest session of the day. You will have the track to yourself and the coolest ambient temperatures. This is best for engine performance.
Mallorca Midday or Sunset Sailing with Light Snacks and Open Bar
cruiseSail from Palma's harbor as the afternoon sun gilds the cathedral's spires. Feel the deck tilt underfoot with the filling wind. Hear the mainsail canvas snap taut against the clear sky. The experience includes gliding along the Bay of Palma. There you can smell the briny deep and taste local sparkling wine. The city's skyline shrinks astern.
It provides a classic, serene escape onto the water. You get uninterrupted views back to Palma de Mallorca's well-known silhouette.
Insider tip: Opt for the midday sail to feel the full strength of the sun on your skin. Choose the sunset departure for cooler air and richer colors in the sky.
Cala des Moro & Hidden Coves Paddleboard Snorkel Tour
adventurePaddle a stand-up board over transparent water. See sea grass swaying on the sandy bottom. Then slip into the cool, silent world of Cala des Moro. Float above neon-hued damselfish. You will feel the mild November sun on your shoulders. You will hear only the dip of your paddle and the call of seabirds circling the pine-clad cliffs.
It allows intimate, non-invasive access to some of the island's most photographed coastal spots.
Insider tip: The sea is calmest in the hours after dawn. This offers glassy conditions. Paddling and spotting marine life from your board becomes easier.
Food Tasting Walking Tour in Palma with a Local
foodFollow a knowledgeable guide through the narrow lanes of Santa Catalina and the Old Town. Stop to sample tangy sobrasada spread on crusty bread. Taste salty olives cured with local herbs. Try sweet ensaimada pastries that melt on the tongue. You will smell frying garlic from tapas bars. You will see butchers displaying legs of jamón in shop windows. Learn the stories behind each flavor.
This tour decodes the authentic culinary identity of Palma de Mallorca. It uses direct, generous tastings at family-run establishments.
Insider tip: Come with an empty stomach. Ask your guide about the lesser-known *bodegas*. There, locals fill their own wine bottles directly from the barrel.
Where to Stay in Palma de Mallorca in November
Hand-picked hotels across price tiers for November travellers.
November Events & Festivals
What's happening during your visit
Mid November
Fira de Tardor
Sineu's agricultural fair transforms the medieval town square into a harvest market. You'll see Mallorcan black pigs being judged, taste just-pressed olive oil from stone mills, and watch traditional spinning demonstrations using local wool. The fair runs from 9 AM to 6 PM with free entry.
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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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