Alicante or Mallorca in September?
On climate data, Alicante comes out ahead overall in September. See the per-criterion details below.
AlicantePhoto: Cale Weaver jcaleweaver · CC0
MallorcaPhoto: Steffen Mokosch · CC BY-SA 4.0Key figures in September
| Criterion | Alicante | Mallorca |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 28 °C | 26 °C |
| Average daily low | 18 °C | 22 °C |
| Sea | 25 °C | 25 °C |
| Rainy days | 6 rainy days (est.) ★ | 11 rainy days (est.) |
| Sun | 6 h/day | 6 h/day |
| Humidity | 65 % | 70 % |
Winner by travel type
Trade-offs
- Alicante is about 2 °C warmer by day.
- Alicante is drier, with about 4 fewer rainy days.
Alicante or Mallorca in September: the short answer
In September, Alicante comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Alicante 88/100 vs Mallorca 83/100). That is a snapshot of one month, though — which one truly fits depends on what you want from the trip, so the breakdown below goes criterion by criterion.
This comparison focuses on September as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Alicante averages a climate score of 72/100, Mallorca 69/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in September, side by side
The average daily high is about 28 °C in Alicante and 26 °C in Mallorca — warmer in Alicante. Average daily lows are around 18 °C versus 22 °C.
On rain, Alicante sees about 6 rainy days in September and Mallorca about 11 — drier in Alicante. Sunshine is comparable (6 vs 6 hours a day).
Sea temperature and swimming
In September the water is about 25 °C at Alicante and 25 °C at Mallorca. Over the year, Alicante is comfortable for swimming (from ~21 °C) in June, July, August, September and October, Mallorca in June, July, August, September and October. Peak sea warmth is August for Alicante and August for Mallorca.
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Alicante records roughly 56 rainy days and Mallorca about 88 — the drier of the two overall is Alicante. At their sunniest, Alicante reaches about 9 hours of sun a day (July) and Mallorca about 9 (June). If dependable dry, sunny weather is your top priority, weigh these annual totals alongside the single month above.
Best time to visit each
Climatically, Alicante is at its best in May, June, September and October, while Mallorca peaks in June, July, August and September. If your dates are fixed, pick the destination whose strong season overlaps them; if you are flexible, plan around these windows.
Which suits which kind of trip
Based on the September scores for each travel style:
Beach & swimming: Alicante scores higher in September (Alicante 95 vs Mallorca 88).
City breaks: Alicante scores higher in September (Alicante 84 vs Mallorca 82).
Active & hiking: Alicante scores higher in September (Alicante 71 vs Mallorca 67).
Family: Alicante scores higher in September (Alicante 95 vs Mallorca 89).
Verdict: which should you pick?
In September, Alicante leads across every scored category here — the overall score and each travel type — so on the climate data it is the clearer pick this month. Over the year, Alicante carries the higher overall climate score. Your own priority (sun, sea, low rain or sightseeing comfort) still matters, and the month-by-month pages for each destination give you the full picture before you book.