Mallorca in April (2025): Weather, Events, and Best Things to Do

Last Updated on March 30 , 2025 by acrossthewaterwithchelsita

Is April the secret sweet spot for visiting Mallorca? With mild temperatures, fewer crowds, and events celebrating everything from oranges to sandwiches, it just might be. Read on to discover insider tips and find out what it’s like to visit Mallorca in April.

What’s the weather like in Mallorca in April?

With daily average highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C, the days are starting to feel quite warm and pleasant. And by the end of the month the sun sets after 8:30 pm, giving you long, light-filled evenings perfect for exploring the island on longer day trips.

🏖️ Beach weather? Almost! There will be days when it’s warm enough to sunbathe — especially in sheltered spots out of the wind. And at 15°C, the sea is still cold, but if you’re brave you can always go for quick dip. You’ll certainly dry off quickly in the sun!

That said, April’s changing moods keep you on your toes. Some days feel like summer’s knocking at the door, while others bring gusty winds, cloudy skies, or a quick rain shower (April averages around 5 rainy days).

The key is to be prepared for everything! Some days you’ll be able to wear shorts and t-shirts, but you’ll need long trousers, jumpers, jackets and closed-toe shoes for the evenings and cool days.

Things to do in Mallorca in April

Go sightseeing

April’s milder temperatures and reduced visitor numbers make it a fantastic time to go sightseeing. My top suggestions include:

• Going on a free walking tour of Palma
• Exploring the spectacular Drach Caves
• Visiting Palma Cathedral

I’d also highly recommend going to visit some of the many fairs that take place this month. (More about those in this post’s events section).

Get active outdoors

April’s mild weather is perfect for outdoor sports before the summer heat sets in. 

This is also one of the months when Mallorca is at its greenest, making it a great time to go hiking. Whether you prefer easy coastal trails, shaded forest walks, or tricky mountain hikes, Mallorca has it all. Get inspired and find some of the best trails in Mallorca here. Maybe you can even cool off with a bracing dip in one of the calas at the end!

And if you prefer to take in views of the stunning Mallorcan countryside on two wheels, you’ll be happy to know that the island’s a real cycling Mecca, with gorgeous routes for both beginners and pros.

Take a boat trip

See the island from a different perspective. Here are a few suggestions to get you started:

• Go dolphin watching — Ever wanted to see dolphins? You’re in the right place. Mallorca is one of the best places in the Mediterranean to see dolphins in their natural habitat and as of April there are several sunrise boat tours to see dolphins swimming in the wild. I went on a sunrise dolphin-spotting trip with Alcudia sea trips last summer and would highly recommend!
• Sa Dragonera — The small, uninhabited island just off Mallorca’s western coast is a must if you want to explore the untouched beauty of this protected nature reserve. Though its name comes from Sa Dragonera’s unique shape (that of a dragon), it’s worth mentioning that the island is also home to thousands of tiny dragons. Okay, they’re actually a special subspecies of lizard that can’t be found outside of the Balearic Islands, but they look like baby dragons! With four hiking routes to explore, it’s well worth a visit in spring! The boat there from Sant Elm takes about 20 minutes and can be booked online here. 
• Cabrera — The island of Cabrera is made up of 19 islets just ten kilometres from Mallorca’s southern coast. Declared a Maritime Terrestrial National Park in 1991, Cabrera’s home to a huge array of fauna and flora —  a real paradise for nature lovers! Check out some of the boat tours on offer here.

Go on a road trip

If you’re someone who gets seasick, don’t worry. The island has excellent roads and April’s a fantastic time for a road trip! Not only are the roads quiet compared to the summer months, rental prices are also cheaper and there are more parking spots. This makes April a great month to explore beyond Palma and visit its beautiful mountains. 

Even without a car, you can get to popular mountain villages like Sóller, Pollença, and Valldemossa with the TIB buses. They might not be the fastest option, but they’re certainly cheap (and free for residents in 2025!)

Hit the beach!

It’s not unusual to have some beautifully sunny days in Mallorca in April, so if the sun’s shining, why not hit the beach? Not all beaches will have started their sunbed services yet, but you can always take your own deckchair and parasol. The beaches will only get busier from here on out, so take advantage to visit the best beaches and calas now. And if you’re brave, why not go for a swim?!

What’s on in April 2025 in Mallorca? Key dates and special events

A wild array of oddly specific fairs

From the Gastronomic Cuttlefish Fair in the Port of Alcúdia to Calvià’s Goat and Sheep Fair, Mallorca will surprise you with its cornucopia of incredibly specific fairs this month. Let’s take a look at a couple:

Fira de sa Taronja, 5th – 6th of April

If you’re a sucker for citrus, you’ll love the Sóller Orange Fair. Every spring since 2007, Sóller, Port de Sóller, and Fornalutx have hosted a citrus celebration honouring the fruits that have played a key role in the towns’ local history, culture, and trade. 

At the festival, you’ll be able to sample different oranges and try affordable tasting menus where citrus fruits are the star of the show. Aside from eating a tonne of sweet and zingy oranges, you’ll also find stalls selling citrus-based liquors, sweets, jams, and more. Check out this year’s programme here.

Fira del Llonguet, Es Pil.larí, 27th April

This one’s all about Mallorca’s beloved bread roll, ‘el llonguet‘. Celebrated annually on the last Sunday in April, this is the time for the humble sandwich to shine. Over 15,000 llonguets are sold at the event with a wide range of fillings. Prawns, sobrassada, anchovies, cheese, calamari… take your pick.

Plus, get killer sandwich-making tips from top chefs at various show cooking events, vote for your favourite sandwich, and be entertained by live music and street performers. In true Spanish fashion, this is a family-friendly day with plenty of activities for the kids. 

So what are you waiting for? Head over to Es Pil·larí for a sandwich bonanza!

Easter celebrations, 13th – 20th April

Semana Santa (Holy Week) is one of Spain’s biggest religious celebrations of the year, with Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday celebrated as public holidays in Mallorca (as well as many other regions). Honestly, I could write an entire blog post about Easter in Spain, but for now, here’s a few highlights:

Palm Sunday,13th April

Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week in Mallorca with processions taking place at churches all over the island. On this day, you’ll see spectators carrying around palm leaves that have been blessed by the priest. After the procession, the blessed palm leaves are taken home and placed over the door or balcony to protect the household from evil spirits. 

Throughout the week there are several other processions, with one of the most impressive being the Crist de Sang (Blood of Christ) procession on Maundy Thursday…

Maundy Thursday,17th April

Maundy Thursday’s Crist de Sang procession is undoubtedly one of the week’s most important and has been celebrated on the island since 1564. On this evening, you’ll see brotherhoods of penitents wearing hooded robes. If you’re unfamiliar with the tradition, you could mistake them for Ku Klux Klan members, as do countless bewildered visitors each year, but rest assured there’s no link!

Each hooded brotherhood, often barefoot or shackled, carries religious statues on ornately decorated (and very heavy) floats. Equally impressive and eerie, the sombre procession is quite the sight! 

This procession usually starts at the Church of the Annunciation of Mary around 7 pm and continues until well past midnight. 

Good Friday, 18th April

Good Friday is marked with two major events. The first is a re-enactment of the Passion of Christ, held at noon on the steps of Palma Cathedral. The second is the sorrowful procession of The Holy Burial (Sant Enterrament) starting at the Basilica of Sant Francesc at around 7 pm.

And the Easter celebrations aren’t just restricted to Palma! The northern town of Pollença is known for its particularly moving re-enactment of Jesus’ Descent from The Cross, known as “devallament”. Home to the oldest devallament on the island, dating back to 1650, Pollença draws in huge crowds to watch as a venerated statue of Christ is silently lowered down a steep 365-step staircase, one for each day of the year, until reaching the Virgen de los Ángeles Church. Other notable Balearic devallaments are held in Felanitx and Artá.

Easter Sunday, 20th April

Easter Sunday celebrates the Resurrection of Christ with several special services and parades. The largest mass is held in Palma Cathedral and is often attended by the Royal Family. In this service, the reunion of the Risen Christ and his Mother is re-enacted. A group of men carry a statue of Jesus towards a group of women bearing a statue of the Virgin Mary, which bobs up and down to depict her joy at seeing her resurrected son.

Día de Sant Jordi (Saint George’s Day) – 23rd April

If you’re in Palma on April 23rd, you’ll see several street stalls selling thousands of roses and books. A combination that seems odd until you learn the origins of Sant Jordi. 

Sant Jordi (Saint George) was a knight born in the early 4th-century AD and martyred and beheaded on the 23rd of April because he refused to persecute Christians. According to legend, he saved a princess from a fearsome dragon and a beautiful rosebush grew on the spot where the dragon’s blood had been spilt, bearing red roses every April. This began a medieval tradition of men giving a rose to their beloved as a token of love on Saint George’s Day. 

And the books? Well, long before UNESCO inaugurated World Book Day on the 23rd April 1995, Spain had been celebrating Book Day on the same date since 1930 to coincide with Spanish writer Cervantes’ death. Business-savvy bookshop owners used this occasion to take to the streets and do a roaring trade. In fact, 20% of annual book sales now occur on Saint George’s Day.

Over time, the two customs fused to turn into a unique tradition of gifting a rose and book to your loved ones on the 23rd. In Catalan-speaking parts of Spain you’ll see book and flower stalls out in force on what for many is the most romantic day of the year. Why not peruse what’s on offer and treat yourself or a loved one to a rose and book?

Nit del Ví Wine Evening, 25th April

What’s better than a good glass of vino? Several! Even better if it all goes towards a good cause.

Organised by the Association of Small Wineries of Mallorca, the Nit del Ví is your chance to try over 250 wines while supporting the work of two local charities: Associació Girasol – dedicated to supporting people with mental health illnesses, and Aspas – created to boost employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

Where? Pati de la Misericòrdia (Centre of Palma Old Town)

When? April 25th, 6 – 10 pm

Price: Tickets cost 20 euros and include a 10 euro discount on any wine bought at the event. Buy yours on the door or online.

Mallorca 312 Bike Race, 26th April

By far the biggest event on the island this month is the Mallorca 312 — a gruelling 312-kilometre bike race with 5,050 metres of altitude gain. Yikes! While the mammoth race is one of the most difficult amateur cycling events out there, riders are rewarded with a stunning route across the Tramuntana mountain range on totally closed roads. 

Warning!

If you’re renting a car, you may encounter road closures on the day of the event. Check out the race’s itinerary here to see if your route could be affected.

What’s more, with most of the event’s riders staying around the start and finish line at Platja de Muro, the hotels in this area, including the surrounding towns of Port d’Alcúdia and Can Picafort can get fully booked. 

Palma International Boat Show, 30th April – 3rd May

The Palma International Boat Show (PIBS) is one of the biggest yachting events in the Mediterranean and kicks off the official start of the nautical season in Palma de Mallorca. This is the place to buy and sell yachts, as well as to learn more about work opportunities in the sector.

The pros and cons of visiting Mallorca in April

Pros

• Mild weather – April’s warm days are perfect for outdoor activities and comfortable sightseeing.
• Quiet compared to summer months– Take advantage now of cheaper prices, fewer crowds, less traffic and easier parking.
• Businesses are starting to reopen – By April you’ll find many businesses are starting to open including beach bars, water parks, boat trips and entertainment venues.

Cons

• But not everything is open – Some businesses will remain closed until the official start of the tourism season on the 1st of May. 
• The sea is still cold – At 15°C, the sea is too cold for most, but if you’re brave enough to go swimming, you’ll warm up again quickly in the sun. 
• You could still have some rainy and cold days – Make sure to pack for all weather and be flexible with your plans. 

Is Mallorca worth visiting in April?

A trip to Mallorca in April ticks a lot of boxes. It’s not too busy, it’s a great month for hiking, cycling, and other outdoor activities, the weather’s mild enough for some of the first beach days of the year, there are plenty of events and activities on offer… 

If you can be flexible with your plans and deal with unpredictable weather, you can enjoy a fantastic holiday in Mallorca’s beautiful shoulder season. 

If you enjoyed this article, please let me know in the comments. And if you’ve been in Mallorca in April, I’d love to hear what you think!