AI-generatedSantanyí at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,790 h
- Rain a year
- 389 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 65 m
Climate in Santanyí
Santanyí has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 16 °C. With around 2,790 hours of sunshine a year, Santanyí is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Santanyí
The best time to visit Santanyí is from June to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from September to June. The wettest month is November with 65 mm of precipitation.
Santanyí through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Santanyí in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 18–23 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days in all
Santanyí in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 27–30 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.7 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days in all
Santanyí in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 19–27 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days in all
Santanyí in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 16–17 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Sep – Jun
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: July – September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: June – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 15°
- Midday, 13:00: about 23°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 18°
07:5619:10
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:39–08:32 · evening 18:34–19:27
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:29–07:39 · evening 19:27–19:37
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Santanyí compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 25° at the start of the month to 21° at the end. The sea cools from 24° to 21°. The days get 1.2 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25° | 21° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 13° |
| Sea | 24° | 21° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.6 h |
What is the weather like in Santanyí in October?
In October, Santanyí is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 49 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Santanyí.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 14 min07:56 – 19:10
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 6 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 20 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 48 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %80 %
- Seaweight 25 %84 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %58 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %78 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Santanyí
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Santanyí: score 100 against 76. In July, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in July. July has 6 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 5 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 76 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 24° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 20° |
| Sea | 22.9° | 25.1° |
| Sunshine | 6.5 h | 11.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 7 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 49 mm | 6 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 6better | 19 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Santanyí month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
23January16° · Sea 15° · 5.2 h
In January, Santanyí is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 15.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 35 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santanyí.
Santanyí in January27February16° · Sea 14° · 5.9 h
In February, Santanyí is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 14.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 34 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santanyí.
Santanyí in February30March18° · Sea 14° · 6.7 h
In March, Santanyí is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 14.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 28 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santanyí.
Santanyí in March39April20° · Sea 16° · 8.1 h
In April, Santanyí is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 33 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santanyí.
Santanyí in April68May23° · Sea 18° · 9.3 h
In May, Santanyí is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 28 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Santanyí.
Santanyí in May93June27° · Sea 22° · 10.8 h
In June, Santanyí is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 22.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 13 mm in total. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Santanyí.
Santanyí in June100July30° · Sea 25° · 11.2 h
In July, Santanyí is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Santanyí.
Santanyí in July100August30° · Sea 26° · 10.2 h
In August, Santanyí is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 14 mm in total. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Santanyí.
Santanyí in August92September27° · Sea 25° · 7.6 h
In September, Santanyí is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 44 mm. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Santanyí.
Santanyí in September76October24° · Sea 23° · 6.5 h
In October, Santanyí is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 49 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Santanyí.
Santanyí in October32November19° · Sea 20° · 5.2 h
In November, Santanyí is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 19.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 65 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santanyí.
Santanyí in November22December17° · Sea 17° · 4.8 h
In December, Santanyí is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 41 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santanyí.
Santanyí in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Santanyí
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 15°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 6 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (6°), the warmest in August (21°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in June and from September to October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from January to February, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 68 days a year, mostly from July to August.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 23 | 16° | 7° | 15.0° | 5.2 h | 7 | 35 |
| FebruaryFeb | 27 | 16° | 6° | 14.2° | 5.9 h | 6 | 34 |
| MarchMar | 30 | 18° | 8° | 14.4° | 6.7 h | 6 | 28 |
| AprilApr | 39 | 20° | 10° | 15.8° | 8.1 h | 6 | 33 |
| MayMay | 68 | 23° | 13° | 18.4° | 9.3 h | 5 | 28 |
| JuneJun | 93 | 27° | 17° | 22.0° | 10.8 h | 2 | 13 |
| JulyJul | 100 | 30° | 20° | 25.1° | 11.2 h | 1 | 6 |
| AugustAug | 100 | 30° | 21° | 26.4° | 10.2 h | 2 | 14 |
| SeptemberSep | 92 | 27° | 18° | 25.3° | 7.6 h | 6 | 44 |
| OctoberOct | 76 | 24° | 15° | 22.9° | 6.5 h | 7 | 49 |
| NovemberNov | 32 | 19° | 11° | 19.5° | 5.2 h | 8 | 65 |
| DecemberDec | 22 | 17° | 8° | 16.7° | 4.8 h | 7 | 41 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Santanyí
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 21.9 – 24.2 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Santanyí ranges from 14.2 °C in February to 26.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
In November the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 25.4 and 27.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.0° | 14.3° | 15.6° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 14.2° | 13.7° | 14.9° | cold |
| MarchMar | 14.4° | 13.8° | 15.2° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.8° | 14.9° | 16.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.4° | 17.4° | 19.3° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.0° | 21.0° | 23.2° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.1° | 23.9° | 26.6° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.4° | 25.4° | 27.7° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 25.3° | 24.4° | 26.3° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 22.9° | 21.9° | 24.2° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.5° | 18.5° | 20.7° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.7° | 15.8° | 17.6° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Santanyí
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.5 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Santanyí, 58 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Santanyí: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Santanyí has about 7 rainy days with 49 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Santanyí
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 4 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 10).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 30 min
- Fair skin
- about 40 min
- Light brown skin
- about 55 min
- Olive skin
- about 70 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Santanyí
How breezy and how cloudy Santanyí is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Santanyí typically peaks at 20 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Oct – Apr.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 48 % of the sky over Santanyí: variable cloud, with about 6.5 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Santanyí
How often the day gets hot in Santanyí (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Santanyí has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 24 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Santanyí
Weather for your travel dates
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Santanyí in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Santanyí has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 23).
- 36
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 73
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.6 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 100
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 10.5 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 76
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 23
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 10 min
- Distance
- 1,380 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Santanyí vs Cala d'Or
In October the holiday weather in Santanyí and Cala d'Or is about equally good (score 76 vs 77). During the day it is about as warm in Cala d'Or as in Santanyí. The sea is about equally warm. Cala d'Or gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Santanyí | Cala d'Or |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 76 | 77 |
| Daytime high | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 23° | 23° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 7 | 7 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Santanyí
When is the best time to visit Santanyí?
The best time to visit Santanyí is from June to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Santanyí?
The sea temperature in Santanyí ranges from 14.2 °C in February to 26.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Santanyí in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Santanyí?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 21 °C. January is the coolest month at 16 °C.
When does it rain most in Santanyí?
The wettest month is November with 65 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 6 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Santanyí get?
Santanyí gets around 2,790 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.2 hours a day; in December there are 4.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Santanyí in?
Santanyí is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Santanyí?
A nonstop flight from London to Santanyí takes about 2 h 10 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,380 km.
Which school holidays are best for Santanyí?
Santanyí has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 23). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 36, May half-term 73, summer holidays 100, October half-term 76, Christmas holidays 23.