Mallorca or Ibiza in July?
On climate data, Ibiza comes out ahead overall in July. See the per-criterion details below.
MallorcaPhoto: Steffen Mokosch · CC BY-SA 4.0
IbizaPhoto: UnFUG-Fabi · CC0Key figures in July
| Criterion | Mallorca | Ibiza |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 29 °C | 27 °C |
| Average daily low | 23 °C | 24 °C |
| Sea | 25 °C | 25 °C |
| Rainy days | 2 rainy days (est.) | 1 rainy day (est.) ★ |
| Sun | 9 h/day | 9 h/day |
| Humidity | 66 % | 74 % |
Winner by travel type
Trade-offs
- Mallorca is about 2 °C warmer by day.
Mallorca or Ibiza in July: the short answer
In July, Ibiza comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Mallorca 89/100 vs Ibiza 92/100). 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 July as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Mallorca averages a climate score of 69/100, Ibiza 70/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in July, side by side
The average daily high is about 29 °C in Mallorca and 27 °C in Ibiza — warmer in Mallorca. Average daily lows are around 23 °C versus 24 °C.
On rain, Mallorca sees about 2 rainy days in July and Ibiza about 1 — drier in Ibiza. Sunshine is comparable (9 vs 9 hours a day).
Sea temperature and swimming
In July the water is about 25 °C at Mallorca and 25 °C at Ibiza. Over the year, Mallorca is comfortable for swimming (from ~21 °C) in June, July, August, September and October, Ibiza in June, July, August, September and October. Peak sea warmth is August for Mallorca and August for Ibiza.
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Mallorca records roughly 88 rainy days and Ibiza about 76 — the drier of the two overall is Ibiza. At their sunniest, Mallorca reaches about 9 hours of sun a day (June) and Ibiza 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, Mallorca is at its best in June, July, August and September, while Ibiza 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 July scores for each travel style:
Beach & swimming: Ibiza scores higher in July (Mallorca 99 vs Ibiza 100).
City breaks: Ibiza scores higher in July (Mallorca 82 vs Ibiza 88).
Active & hiking: Ibiza scores higher in July (Mallorca 72 vs Ibiza 77).
Family: Ibiza scores higher in July (Mallorca 95 vs Ibiza 97).
Verdict: which should you pick?
In July, Ibiza 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, Ibiza 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.