Formentera, thanks to its Mediterranean climate, allows tourists to stay for almost the whole year.
Formentera, an island with a mild Mediterranean climate.
Formentera belongs to the Balearic archipelago, composed of the major islands of Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza and the minor islands of Cabrera, Conejera, Dragonera, Es Vedrà, Espalmador, Espardell and Tagomago.
The climate in this area is typically Mediterranean. Characterized by mild temperatures and low rainfall, Formentera enjoys a privileged position within the Mediterranean Sea: it is in fact the southernmost of all the islands and also the least rainy.
In fact, it has happened several times that, during the course of an entire summer, it has never rained, consequently making the springs scarce and thus forcing the need to resort to desalination of seawater.
Best time to visit Formentera
Weather forecasts in Formentera are very difficult to predict as the island is often subject to winds that can quickly change its weather conditions. However, the island can be visited all year round without any particular problems, but there are periods when you can fully enjoy the magic of this land.
To the classic questions: “When to go to Formentera?” or “What is the best time to visit Formentera?“, I usually answer “It depends on what kind of holiday you want!“. However, it is certainly within the period from April to October.
Below is a brief detail of the changing climate throughout the seasons:
Winter: during the months from late December to late March, the climate is quite mild. The sun often shines on the island, but it alternates with a few days of rain, resulting in a drop in temperatures. The wind blows frequently and can reach considerable speeds due to the particular geographical conformation of the island (without promontories, apart from the La Mola plateau, and therefore subject to numerous currents). It is certainly rare for it to get very cold, but sometimes, especially at night, the minimum temperatures can approach zero. As for the sea water, the temperatures are decidedly uninviting unless you are comfortable at 13-14 degrees.
Spring: from late March to late June, we notice a succession of decidedly different climates in a short period of time. As soon as winter is over, the change of season is slowly felt. From late March to early May, Formentera begins its real “warming up”. The temperatures will rise gradually and basking in the sun during this period will already be very pleasant. You can go to the beaches to relax and have lunch in a restaurant overlooking the sea. The water temperature is still not the best unless you go from the end of May (always remembering that long relaxing baths will not be the order of the day). The winds will be weaker, but it will be essential to bring a sweatshirt and a jacket with you, especially if you decide to rent a scooter to visit the island. The weeks of June are certainly the best for a dream vacation!
Summer: from mid-June to mid-September, Formentera reveals itself in all its beauty. Hot and sunny days, almost no rain… the sea will be your favorite place! Certainly more crowded than all the other months of the year, the island is here that it lives in all its splendor. Clear skies, crystal-clear sea and a relaxed atmosphere will make this island one of your favorite places. It is in fact known that once you have visited Formentera you can no longer do without it! The days are also very long (up to almost 15 hours of daylight), perfect for fully enjoying the beauty of this island. Remember to use a good sunscreen because, during the summer, the sun’s rays are most perpendicular to the rest of the year.
Autumn: from late September to late December, the heat accumulated by the earth and the sea gradually disappears. For this reason we will find pleasant temperatures but which will weaken over time. Depending on the climatic factors (now increasingly subject to change), the climate of Formentera in this period could still be very pleasant in October but with the possibility of sudden changes as we approach November and December. It will be very difficult to take relaxing baths in the sea, but especially most of the activities will be closed during this season.
The Sun Island
As the title suggests, Formentera, despite the changing seasons, undoubtedly remains the quintessential sun island. It is estimated that this warm star is visible on the island for more than 300 days a year! In conclusion, we can say that the best time to visit Formentera is from early April to late October, not only for the weather you will find but also for the services available (bars, restaurants, supermarkets). In any case, during your stay on the island, we recommend checking the weather in Formentera to have the most up-to-date forecasts.
Due to its small size and low difference in altitude, the climatic characteristics differ slightly within the island. There are only slight variations, as regards temperature and humidity, between the coasts and the headlands of La Mola and Cap de Barbaria.
To get a more precise idea of the average temperatures in Formentera throughout the year, here is a detailed climate table with average maximum temperature, average minimum temperature and average sea water temperature:
| Formentera | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| Medium Temp. Max | 16°C | 16°C | 18°C | 20°C | 23°C | 28°C | 30°C | 31°C | 28°C | 24°C | 19°C | 17°C |
| Medium Temp. Min | 8°C | 8°C | 10°C | 12°C | 15°C | 19°C | 21°C | 22°C | 20°C | 17°C | 11°C | 9°C |
| Medium Temp.Sea | 15°C | 14°C | 15°C | 16°C | 18°C | 21°C | 24°C | 26°C | 24°C | 22°C | 19°C | 16°C |
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