What's The Weather Like in Menorca in October?
October is usually a quiet time for Menorca, in the Balearic Islands making it an excellent month for snapping up some fantastic deals on flights and accommodation.
With an average of eight hours ofsunshine each day, you'll have more than enough time to explore the resort or soak up some rays at the beach.
Is It Warm Enough To Swim In The Sea In October?
The sea retains the heat from summer, making it a great time to hit the beach if you plan on swimming, snorkeling or scuba diving.
How Warm Is Menorca In October?
In October, the average temperature for Menorca is 21°C with daily highs of 24°C and lows of 17°C. With temperatures like this, you'll need clothes suitable for all types of weather. Some days you'll get away with beach clothes and swimming gear, and others you'll be glad of trousers and thin jumpers.
How Wet Is Menorca In October?
Throughout October, Menorca is subject to an average of 85mm of rainfall which is divided out between 12 rainy days. With rain falling on just short of half of the month, there is a good chance you'll experience a shower or two during your holiday.
The WIndy Island
Since it has blustery conditions all-year-round, Menorca is fondly known as The Windy Island. In October, typical wind speeds are light to moderate but you'll rarely see any strong winds.
Menorca Hotels in October
If you can afford to splash out during your holiday, consider staying at Hotel Port Mahon. This hotel is located just a stone's throw away from the port in Mahon, which means many of the rooms come with superb views. Accommodation is available in the form of single rooms, double rooms and double rooms with views, each of which features air conditioning and a balcony or terrace. Onsite services and facilities include swimming pool, bars, restaurants, entertainment programme and internet access.
For something a bit more budget-friendly, check out Alfonso III. This two-star hotel is located in Ciutadella, making it perfect for families and couples who want to visit the various historic sites in the area. Guests can choose between a number of studio-style rooms, each of which comes with WiFi access, air conditioning and private bathroom. There is a handful of onsite services and amenities to take advantage of, such as bar-café, laundrette, 24-hour reception and car hire.
Marinda Garden is perfect for families and couples looking for accommodation during their holiday in Menorca. This complex is made up of a number of different bungalows and apartments, each of which fits into the surroundings perfectly to create an appealing overall holiday structure. Guests are encouraged to take full advantage of the amenities and services available onsite, which include swimming pool, solarium, mini golf, sports facilities, bar, café and games room.
Menorca Beaches in October
Cala del Pilar beach is picturesquely stunning, and although is difficult to access, if you want sublime scenery and peace, this is the beach for you. The contrasting red/orange sands, against the blue water is magnificent. This beach features no facilities, so well worth planning if you wanted to take a trip here.
Situated just a short walk away from Cala Mitjana, Cala Mitjaneta is a tiny beach mainly frequented by locals. Access is via the Cala Mitjana beach and you can get there either by walking or swimming. When you arrive, you'll find a beautiful bay made up of a combination of golden and white sands, creating the ideal place for adults to sunbathe and children to play. The sand gives way to gentle aquamarine waters which are perfect for swimming in. Due to its remote location, you won't find any services or facilities available here, so you'll need to bring your own shade, food and drink.
Bars and Restaurants
Restaurante Tipico Meson Murciano is another restaurant which prides itself on the quality of its food and service. Here you'll find a comprehensive menu overflowing with all sorts of international meat-based, fish, seafood and vegetarian dishes, guaranteeing something for everyone to enjoy. If you're not sure what to have, order the paella, pork with peppercorn sauce or the inferno pizza they all come highly recommended.
If you're in the mood for tapas, spend an evening at Rustic Bar. This small and friendly eatery is situated on the seafront of Cala'n Porter and offers a wide range of Spanish tapas dishes, ranging from Tortilla Española and Papas Bravas to Pescaditos Fritos and Albondigas. With so many different dishes to choose from, you're sure to find something to suit everyone in your group even fussy eaters.
Satisfy your Asian cuisine craving by spending an evening at Restaurante Way. This eatery serves a combination of Chinese and Japanese dishes, including sushi, maki and tempura. Diners can choose something from the a la carte menu or pick from the dishes available on the affordable three-course set menu. The highlight of dining at Restaurante Way is the fantastic show cooking, which is sure to make your experience unforgettable.
Zouck Bar & Assukar Nightclub in Mahon is the place to be if you enjoy salsa dancing. Regular Latin DJs playing upbeat and unresistable dance tunes. Open until the early hours, and a wide variety of drink options including tasty bar snacks makes this venue ideal for a lively evening.
Things to do in Menorca in October
The milder temperatures make October a fantastic month to go cycling in Menorca. The island boasts more than 3,000km of cycle routes, divided between coastal, village, mountainous and countryside terrain. With such a large number of routes available, there is something for everyone to have a go at whether you're a cycling newbie or a fully-fledged professional. Although a lot of the tracks are unpaved, this only adds to the experience and providing you've rented a mountain or hybrid bike, you won't have any trouble with the uneven terrain.
Water sports are incredibly popular in Menorca and provide you with a way to stay fit and have fun at the same time whilst on holiday. Wind Fornells claims to be Menorca's most popular sailing centre and provides visitors with a number of windsurfing, dinghy sailing, waterskiing and paddleboard excursions, guaranteeing something for every type of water sport enthusiast. You'll find a number of special deals for couples, families, groups and students if you book through the website.
Another historic site worthy of a visit during your holiday in Menorca is the Cala Morell Necropolis. Located in Ciutadella, this small inlet is made up of 14 different manmade caves which date back thousands of years to the Pretalayótic period. The caves were previously used as separate burial tombs and, with their decorated doorways, detailed pillars and drainage systems, are fascinating to see especially from an architect's point of view. If you've got an eye for detail, you'll be able to spot the little markings on the exterior which identify each of the tombs.
