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Illa de sa Porrassa

Island

Close to Mallorca's southwest coast, this islet attracts day-trippers for boat trips, snorkeling and clear water around rocky shores near Magaluf and Palma Nova.

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Illa de sa Porrassa essentials

Admission: Free (no formal facilities)
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About Illa de sa Porrassa

Illa de sa Porrassa is a small limestone islet off the southwest coast of Mallorca in the Balearic Islands, within the municipality of Calvià.

Shallow waters around the islet make it a local spot for snorkeling, swimming and short boat excursions; there are no visitor facilities on the islet itself.

The islet has no permanent habitation and functions as a natural coastal feature used for short recreational visits.

It lies close to the tourist resorts on Mallorca’s southwest coast, near Palmanova/Calvià and within the Bay of Palma area.

  • Recreation: Best accessed by kayak or short boat trip from nearby beaches; popular with snorkelers and small-boat visitors in summer.
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit Illa de sa Porrassa

Visit in late spring or early autumn for quieter waters; summer is busiest and hottest.

Summer
June-September · 24-32°C
Warm sea temperatures and most frequent boat traffic; crowded near major resorts.
Spring/Autumn
April-May, October-November · 16-24°C
Quieter seas and pleasant weather for short excursions.

Weather & Climate near Illa de sa Porrassa

Climate

Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 38 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Very Good 6° - 15° 10° 40 mm partly cloudy 77% 3.5 m/s 0.3 low 9.6h
February Very Good 6° - 16° 11° 33 mm partly cloudy 77% 3.6 m/s 0.5 low 10.6h
March Very Good 7° - 17° 12° 31 mm partly cloudy 78% 3.6 m/s 0.9 moderate 11.8h
April Very Good 8° - 19° 14° 39 mm partly cloudy 78% 3.6 m/s 1.3 high 13.1h
May Ideal 12° - 23° 18° 27 mm some cloud 75% 3.4 m/s 1.7 very high 14.2h
June Ideal 16° - 27° 21° 14 mm mostly sunny 72% 3.4 m/s 2.1 extreme 14.7h
July Ideal 19° - 30° 24° 5 mm mostly sunny 69% 3.3 m/s 2.2 extreme 14.5h
August Ideal 19° - 30° 25° 17 mm mostly sunny 69% 3.2 m/s 1.8 very high 13.5h
September Excellent 17° - 27° 22° 48 mm partly cloudy 71% 3.1 m/s 1.2 high 12.3h
October Excellent 14° - 23° 18° 70 mm partly cloudy 75% 3.3 m/s 0.8 moderate 11.0h
November Very Good 9° - 19° 14° 49 mm partly cloudy 75% 3.3 m/s 0.4 low 9.9h
December Very Good 7° - 16° 12° 50 mm partly cloudy 76% 3.6 m/s 0.2 low 9.3h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Illa de sa Porrassa

Illa de sa Porrassa is accessed by private boat from ports on Mallorca’s southwest-Port d’Andratx, Magaluf, or nearby marinas. Short boat hires or organized boat tours include the islet as part of coastal excursions.

Tips for Visiting Illa de sa Porrassa

  • The islet is close to Palma de Mallorca-combine a visit with a short boat hire from Port d'Andratx or Magaluf depending on access.
  • Best photographed at golden hour; midday washes out the limestone and sand.
  • Respect private moorings and local maritime regulations-some islets have restricted anchoring zones.