Located in the north of the island of Majorca, the resort of Puerto de Pollensa enjoys a typical Mediterranean climate all year round. July is mid-summer in Puerto de Pollensa and is one of the best times to visit if you're looking for a guarantee of good weather. At this time of the year, the resort is warm and dry with blue skies, making the beaches a popular destination for tourists.
July is one of the hottest months on the year in Puerto de Pollensa, only beaten by August. The average daily temperature starts at around 24-25°C in early July and creeps up to 26°C towards the end of the month. High temperatures have been known to reach 29°C, so make sure to pack plenty of sun cream. Evenings in Puerto de Pollensa are balmy in July, with low temperatures rarely falling below 18°C at night.
Holiday makers who want to enjoy the sun won't be disappointed in July. The month is the sunniest of the year, with an average of 11 hours of sunshine every day and an 80% chance of a sunny day. With these long days and just a 1% chance of clouds, there shouldn't be any shortage of sunny weather in Puerto de Pollensa at this time of year.
July is also the driest month of the year in Puerto de Pollensa, even falling below June and August. There is just 9mm of rain during the month, spread across an average of 4 rainfall days. With only an 8% chance of rain, you can expect dry weather for your stay. If you are unlucky enough to see some rain, it is most likely to be a small thunderstorm followed by some light drizzle at this time of the year. Heavy rainfall is practically unheard of in July.
June's average sea temperature around the shores of Puerto de Pollensa is a few degrees warmer than June, at a very pleasant 24°C, which is perfect for swimming.
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With such great weather, most visitors to Puerto de Pollensa prefer to stay within walking distance of the beach during the summer months.
Located on the beach front, Hotel Romantic offers accommodation that is affordable and comfortable. It is also conveniently close to a number of bars and cafés, although the hotel itself has some great dining options including a lounge bar, a buffet restaurant and an à la carte restaurant. This small but charming hotel is popular with couples looking for a relaxing retreat.
Galeon Suites is yet another popular hotel that comes highly recommended for families and couples. Sitting on the beach front and just 1.6 km kilometres from the port area, Galeon Suites is a great choice for those who want to explore the resort. For a more relaxing option, the hotel has an outdoor pool, a sauna and a full-service spa for guests to enjoy. Restaurant El Galeon has a creative Mediterranean menu served on a terrace overlooking Puerto de Pollensa's beautiful bay.
Thanks to the clear skies and hours of sunshine, most visitors to Puerto de Pollensa at this time of the year choose to spend much of their time on one of the resort's beautiful sandy beaches. With 1.5k of beach though, you are sure to find a relaxing spot to sunbathe. There are plenty of water sports on offer on the resorts main beach, including jet skiing, windsurfing and water skiing, while guests who prefer to relax can hire sun loungers and parasols.
Platja D'Albercuix is Puerto de Pollensa's second beach and runs alongside the Pine Walk. It is narrower and often quieter than the main beach, making it a great choice for families.
With long days and balmy evenings, July is a wonderful time to take advantage of Puerto de Pollensa's many al fresco dining options.
Ca'n Cuarassa Restaurant is frequently named as one of the best restaurants in Puerto de Pollensa thanks to its amazing local cuisine. The restaurant is located to the south of the resort, a short walk from the centre, but with a wide selection of fresh pasta, meat and fish dishes full of Mediterranean flavour, it's worth the journey. Sitting right on the seafront, the restaurant offers great beach views with dinner.
For an alternative option, try Puerto de Pollensa's only vegan eatery, Bellaverde Restaurant where you can enjoy a range of delicious dishes and authentic meat-free tapas. The restaurant is located in the heart of Puerto de Pollensa and has both indoor and outdoor seating.
Holiday makers can let their hair down and enjoy a few drinks at Match Point Sports Bar. This popular and lively bar has a good atmosphere and a large selection of beer and cocktails are available.
While most tourists choose to relax on the beach or by the pool in July, there's plenty of activities in the area.
For those interested in a round of golf while they're away, Pollensa's nine-hole golf course is a great way to spend the day. The challenging 18-hole Son Vida Golf course is a little further away in Palma, but at just an hour's drive, it is still readily accessible from Puerto de Pollensa.
Visitors with a penchant for adrenaline-filled activities can trek the 4000 feet cliffs around the coast of Mallorca that offer strenuous climbing terrain and stunning views of the ocean. Mallorca Hiking can help you arrange walks and hikes around the resort.
Summer in Mallorca is full of fiestas, including the Fiesta de la Verge del Carma, which celebrates the patron saint of fishermen. The festival makes interesting viewing for tourists, starting with a procession where locals carry a statue to the port and onto a boat. The boat is then followed out to sea by many decorated boats.
