Today's weather for Magaluf, Spain9th Feb 2010 13:30

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Weather Overview for Magaluf

Magaluf is a very popular resort town located on the Spain’s largest island- Majorca. Magaluf’s tourism boom is largely due to the abundance of cheap package holidays to the resort, so you can expect herds of British teenagers, especially in the summer months.

Lying in the Mediterranean Sea within the Balearic Islands, Magaluf is an ideal place to escape to if the cloudy British summer is trying your patience. Made up of 3 main beaches - Majorca Beach, Magaluf Beach and Palma Nova Beach – you’re never far from the water.

Palma Nova, another resort town, lies nearby and is slightly more popular with travelling families - Magaluf appeals to a younger crowd. The streets are lined with bars and the evenings see young Brits enjoying their pre-club dinner and wine on the promenades. Most of the nightlife in Magaluf revolves around the strip called ‘Punta Ballena’ so head here if dancing is on your agenda. (And head to BCM nightclub if it’s a foam party you want as this two story club boasts "the world's largest foam machine".) Summer in is the best time to visit for heat and sun, but keep in mind that you will be enjoying the season with 1000’s of other tourists. Despite the drawbacks of higher prices and packed beaches, the over-crowded summer months have a more electric vibe.

June and September see average daily temperatures of 21°C to 22°C, while July and August are the hottest months with average daily temperatures of about 24°C to 25°C. The average daily temperature statistics are misleading, however, as this takes into account the evening temperatures as well, and seeing as the evenings are cooled but the coastal sea breezes this brings the mercury down a quite a few degrees. July and August usually get into the 30s. You can escape the heat by taking part in one of the many water activities that the town has to offer - jet skiing, wind surfing, tubing, snorkelling.

Winters in Magaluf see the mercury falling to an average of 9°C to 10°C, and this is when the island receives most of its rainfall. Rainfall picks up in autumn: September sees about 63mm of rain making it the wettest month of the year. Rainfall stays steady until about April when it begins to fall again. It is then almost completely dry throughout the summer.

Daily lows throughout winter fall to a still bearable 4°C to 5°C while daily highs reach 14°C to 15°C. The weather in Magaluf during winter is still warmer and more enjoyable than the weather in Britain during the same time. In winter the resort is much quieter so you certainly won’t be fighting for tables in cafes!

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