Puerto de Pollensa is nestled in a bay in the north of Majorca, just off the coast of Spain, so it enjoys a typical Mediterranean climate all year round. Holiday-makers often make Majorca their choice of spring destination thanks to its abundance of sunshine and pleasant temperatures.
In Puerto de Pollensa, the mild winter that begins in November, and lasts through December to March, is over by April. As spring arrives, temperatures start to rise. The average daily temperature for April is around 14°C. High temperatures can hit 19°C. However the temperature can cool down considerably on an evening, dropping to lows of 8°C, so you may want to think about packing some warmer layers for nights in Puerto de Pollensa.
The days start to last longer in April too, with 7 hours of sunshine a day, giving you plenty of time for sunbathing. There's a 47% chance of a sunny day throughout the month and cloud cover has dropped, with just a 7% chance of a cloudy day. Despite this, Puerto de Pollensa still has its share of April showers, with the chance of rain rising to 25%. There are an average of 11 wet days a month with 39mm of rain throughout April.
At this time of the year, the temperatures may be mild but the sea around the bay of Puerto de Pollensa is still cold, only warming up 1°C from March to 15°C. This isn't the best month to go swimming or try out water sports.
April is a great time for a chilled-out holiday on the beach. Just a few months before the peak holiday season of June to September, there are fewer tourists at this time of the year, so Puerto de Pollensa is the perfect place to go for a relaxed break with the family.
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April is a great time to get a good price on accommodation in Puerto de Pollensa. Hotels and apartments are less busy in April compared to the high season months of July and August and so you'll likely be able to take advantage of an off-season deal.
If you're looking for all-round great accommodation, try the Daina Hotel which is located right in the centre of Puerto de Pollensa, just steps from the beach and the main promenade. In fact, the hotel has a swimming pool and sun terrace that sits on a jetty over the beach for amazing views. Despite the fantastic location, accommodation here is great value, so that you can enjoy your holiday without breaking your budget.
Families will enjoy staying at the Hobby Club Apartments located just a few minutes from the beach in Puerto de Pollensa. This child-friendly hotel has plenty to keep the little ones entertained, including a children's swimming pool, a games room and a kid's club. Apartments are equipped with a kitchen with a refrigerator and microwave, so you can save money on dining out every day.
As the weather warms up, April is the perfect time to spend a day relaxing on the beach. Puerto de Pollensa is home to two beaches. The main stretch of Blue Flag beach is in the centre of the bay and is the most popular, offering amazing views over the bay and an array of facilities including sun lounger hire and water sports.
There is also a smaller beach known as Platja D'Albercuix. This beach runs alongside the Pine Walk promenade and is narrower and usually quieter, making it a popular choice for families.
By April, all of the restaurants and bars that closed for winter will be open again, so you will be spoiled for choice when it comes to eating and drinking in Puerto de Pollensa. The warm, sunny weather is perfect for al fresco dining and most restaurants will have an outdoor seating area where holiday-makers can relax and watch the world go by.
La Cabaña Tapas Restaurant has a front terrace overlooking Puerto de Pollensa marina as well as an enclosed terrace at the back that's ideal for families with small children. The restaurant is the perfect place for lunch or dinner, serving a wide range of authentic Spanish tapas dishes all day. Some of La Cabaña's most popular dishes include pork with blue cheese and prawns cooked in chili and garlic.
Another great dining option is Celler la Parra, a traditional, family-run Majorcan restaurant that's been at the heart of Puerto de Pollensa since 1962. The restaurant has a friendly, rustic feel where everyone is welcome. Dishes such as paella, grilled squid and roasted veal are made fresh and cooked in a wood burning oven.
If you love gin and tonic, you have to try The Gin & Tonic Corner at the Hotel Illa d´Or. After spending a day in the sun, guests can relax with one of the bars aromatic cocktails featuring flavours such as ginger and pink pepper.
Visitors to the resort during the Easter holidays can witness some of Majorca's religious fiestas. Holy Week is held in April and is a popular tradition that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Visit the famous Calvari steps, an ancient set of 365 stone steps that takes you from the central square to a tiny church called the Calvario Chapel. A huge religious procession take place here every Good Friday and always attracts a large crowd of spectators.
During the third weekend of April, Pollensa holds an annual wine fair where visitors can sample a range of wines from the Balearic Islands. The event is held at the Claustre del Convent de Santo Domingo in Pollensa town.
A 30-minute bus ride away from Puerto de Pollensa in the very north of Majorca is the town of Cap de Formentor, a perfect place for a day trip. Cap de Formentor is a rugged peninsula that juts out into the sea with huge cliffs where visitors can enjoy dramatic views.
