Colom IslandAbout Colom Island
Colom Island (Illa del Colom) is a small uninhabited islet off the southeast coast of Menorca in the Balearic Islands. It is part of the group of coastal islets lying near the port of Mahón (Maó) and is notable for its undeveloped shoreline.
Boat excursions and private trips call at the islet for short stops to view rocky coastlines and sheltered coves. There are small beaches and rocky platforms rather than developed tourist facilities, so visits are brief and usually focused on photography, swimming, or snorkeling from boats.
The islet has not supported permanent urban development and historically has been used intermittently by local fishers and as a navigational landmark for vessels approaching Mahón. There is no known long-term settlement on the islet.
Sited off the southeast coast of Menorca, Colom Island lies close to the approaches to Mahón harbor in the Balearic Islands. The nearest major settlement is Mahón (Maó) on Menorca.
- Access: Reached almost exclusively by private boat or local excursion boats from ports on Menorca; there are no visitor facilities on the islet.
- Visitor note: Small and largely uninhabited, best visited as part of a coastal boat trip from Mahón (Maó).
Best Time to Visit Colom Island
Best visited May-September for pleasant sea conditions and active boat services.
Weather & Climate near Colom Island
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (539 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 8° - 14° | 11° | 60 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
| February | Good | 8° - 14° | 11° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.7 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.6h |
| March | Very Good | 9° - 16° | 12° | 44 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.8 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 10° - 17° | 14° | 47 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 13.1h |
| May | Excellent | 14° - 21° | 17° | 32 mm | some cloud | 80% | 4.0 m/s | 1.7 very high | 14.2h |
| June | Ideal | 17° - 25° | 21° | 15 mm | mostly sunny | 78% | 4.0 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.7h |
| July | Ideal | 20° - 28° | 24° | 3 mm | clear | 75% | 4.0 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.5h |
| August | Ideal | 21° - 29° | 25° | 21 mm | mostly sunny | 74% | 3.7 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.5h |
| September | Excellent | 19° - 26° | 23° | 50 mm | some cloud | 73% | 3.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 16° - 22° | 19° | 80 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.2 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Good | 11° - 18° | 15° | 71 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 4.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| December | Good | 9° - 15° | 12° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 5.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
How to Get to Colom Island
Day-trip boats and private charters run from Alcúdia and neighboring ports on Mallorca; sea conditions and schedules vary seasonally. Private boat or organized excursion is the simplest way to reach the islet.
Tips for Visiting Colom Island
- Ferry schedules to Colom Island vary by season - confirm departure times from Alcúdia or nearby ports.
- Bring snorkeling gear if planning to explore the clear coastal waters.
- Respect private properties - many Balearic islets have private coves and restricted areas.