Djerba or Mallorca in September?
On climate data, Djerba comes out ahead overall in September. See the per-criterion details below.
DjerbaPhoto: SuperManu · CC BY-SA 3.0
MallorcaPhoto: Steffen Mokosch · CC BY-SA 4.0Key figures in September
| Criterion | Djerba | Mallorca |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 29 °C | 26 °C |
| Average daily low | 25 °C | 22 °C |
| Sea | 28 °C ★ | 25 °C |
| Rainy days | 4 rainy days (est.) ★ | 11 rainy days (est.) |
| Sun | 7 h/day ★ | 6 h/day |
| Humidity | 68 % | 70 % |
Winner by travel type
Trade-offs
- Djerba is about 3 °C warmer by day.
- Djerba is drier, with about 6 fewer rainy days.
- The sea at Djerba is about 3 °C warmer.
Djerba or Mallorca in September: the short answer
In September, Djerba comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Djerba 85/100 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 Djerba averages a climate score of 78/100, 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 29 °C in Djerba and 26 °C in Mallorca — warmer in Djerba. Average daily lows are around 25 °C versus 22 °C.
On rain, Djerba sees about 4 rainy days in September and Mallorca about 11 — drier in Djerba. Djerba gets more sunshine (7 vs 6 hours a day).
Sea temperature and swimming
In September the water is about 28 °C at Djerba and 25 °C at Mallorca — warmer for swimming at Djerba. Over the year, Djerba is comfortable for swimming (from ~21 °C) in June, July, August, September, October and November, Mallorca in June, July, August, September and October. Peak sea warmth is August for Djerba and August for Mallorca.
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Djerba records roughly 34 rainy days and Mallorca about 88 — the drier of the two overall is Djerba. At their sunniest, Djerba reaches about 10 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, Djerba is at its best in May, June, October and November, 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: Djerba scores higher in September (Djerba 92 vs Mallorca 88).
City breaks: both are close (Djerba 82 vs Mallorca 82).
Active & hiking: Djerba scores higher in September (Djerba 69 vs Mallorca 67).
Family: Djerba scores higher in September (Djerba 90 vs Mallorca 89).
Verdict: which should you pick?
In September, Djerba leads overall and for beach, active trips and family trips, while the city breaks score is effectively tied. Over the year, Djerba carries the higher overall climate score. Your own priority still matters, and the month-by-month pages give you the full picture before you book.