Climate and weather in Menorca

Menorca enjoys a classic mediterranean climate, characterised by mild winters and hot (though not excessive!) summers.

Tourist numbers reach an unsurprising peak in the summer months from July to September, with up to 11 hours of sunshine per day. However the mild weather makes Menorca an attractive holiday destination throughout the year and many visitors wisely choose to visit in the quieter periods.

Rainfall in Menorca varies widely, with virtually none during the summer and a lot in winter. The result is a verdant green landscape throughout all but the hottest periods, whilst the island still sees over 300 days of sunshine per year.

No guide to Menorca could fail to mention the famous tramontana - a prevailing northerly wind that has given rise to Menorca being called the "windy island". Holidaymakers come and go without experiencing this but islanders certainly feel its force, particularly in March.

The islanders actually have names for all eight winds (depending on their direction) and turbines have been erected at Milà to harness wind as a renewable source of energy. This was the first wind farm in the Balearic Islands, with proposals under review for up to four more sites.

see also...

• Best beaches
• Holiday villas in Menorca