What to do in August in Menorca, Spain - 2023

In autumn or winter the island returns to its slow pace and tranquil atmosphere. It is a far more authentic version of Menorca and residents enjoy the peace of having their island all to themselves again

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Before we have a look at what you can do in Menorca, let's first look at the weather you can expect in August.

August weather in Menorca Spain

To get a good overview of the type of weather you can expect in August in Menorca Spain, we will look at the day and night temperature, minimum and maximum water temperature, and if August is comfortable or humid

Generally, August in Menorca Spain will be quite hot. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 89°F / 32°C. As there is not a lot of humidity, it will feel comfortable. During the night, it will cool down to around 69°F / 21°C. Many will prefer a location with air conditioning due to the humidity level.

Menorca Spain does not have a lot of rainy days in August. You can expect around 2 rainy days, with on average 0.2 inches / 6 mm of rain during the whole month.

Average temperature
Average Sea temperature
Wintersun Comfort grade and huricane risk

The forecast for August 2023 is based on historical data and are averages. They will give a good indication what you can expect, but the daily temperature and rain will fluctuate during the month.

Things to see and do in Menorca

Menorca has many things to soo. With help from our visitors we have dived a list of things to see in. If you have any sugestions or improvements for this list, please let us know.

S’Hort de Sant Patrici Winery
OtherThroughout the Year
S’Hort de Sant Patrici Winery is a vineyard and a cheese farm. You can stroll through it to taste the best wine ever and some healthy cheese.
Punta Nati Lighthouse
LandmarkThroughout the Year
Punta Nati Lighthouse is ideal for sunset viewing and dining.
Cala Pregonda
BeachThroughout the Year
Cala Pregonda is a beach that is ideal for swimming.
Splash Sur Menorca
ParkThroughout the Year
Splash Sur Menorca is a family-friendly water park with slides.
Es Grau
BeachThroughout the Year
Es Grau is a clear water beach that is ideal for kayaking through the caves for up to a couple of hours.
Cala Fornells/Tirant
BeachThroughout the Year
Cala Fornells/Tirant is a beach that is great for kayaking and other water sports.
Cala Galdana
BeachThroughout the Year
Cala Galdana is a beach that is ideal for photography and much more.
Festes de Sant Gaieta in Llucmaçanes
Event/FestivalAug
Festes de Sant Gaieta in Llucmaçanes is celebrated on the first weekend of August. It honors the Patron Saint, Sant Gaieta.
To know more, visit this website.
Café Balear
Shopping/EatingThroughout the Year
Café Balear is famous for its seafood dishes. You must try some lobsters here.
Monte Toro
LandmarkThroughout the Year
Monte Toro is the highest peak ideal for a hike and to get a great ariel shot.
Binibeca
LandmarkThroughout the Year
Binibeca is a historic fishing village located on the Southern coast.
Cala Macarella
BeachThroughout the Year
Cala Macarella is a beach that is ideal for all kinds of water sports in the summer season.
Naveta d’es Tudons
CulturalThroughout the Year
Naveta d’es Tudons is a 3000 years old historic place. Here you will see some dotted chambers.
Cova d’en Xoroi
BeachThroughout the Year
Cova d’en Xoroi is the name of a bar located on a cliff inside a cave viewing the Mediterranean sea. This is the best place to view the sunset.

Shopping in Menorca

Tourism in Menorca is mainly concentrated during the summer months, in which the offer of activities, hotels, restaurants and stores is very wide and varied.

Activities in Menorca

Simming
Swimming is a great option to stay healty. Being an island there are many places.

Nice diner
Kick back at a harbourside table to devour a platter of shellfish.

Christmas nativity scenes
In December, check out the elaborate nativity scenes which are on display in municipal buildings and churches all over the island. Admission is free, and it takes place all through December.

Nightlife
Enjoy the nightlife of cool jazz music and cocktails at Cova D'en Xoroi. or Akelarre. Open daily from 6 pm-2 am.

Walking
Walking along the coastal paths

Visit the Xoriguer Gin Distillery
Xoriguer Gin Distillery is the only traditional distillery left, using copper stills that are more than 100 years old. Admission is free, and it opens every day except Sundays.

Els Pastorets
Watch the Els Pastorets (The Shepherds) native plays from Mid-December to Christmas. They are performed in Ciutadella, Sant Lluis, and Mahon, among other places. Admission is free.

Megalithic sites
A trip to the megalithic sites like Talati de Dalt, Naveta des Tudons, Cala Morell necropolis, Torre d'en Galmes, Son Catlar, Torrellafuda, Trepuco or Torralba d'en Salort

Sailing
There are various options if you like sailing

Ciutadella and Mahon
Spend a morning strolling around the elegant towns of Ciutadella and Mahon at opposite ends of the island

Horse Riding
If you like horse riding you can find several options in the interior of Menorca.

Cami de Cavalls
Take a walk through the most famous and popular walking route, which is the Cami de Cavalls which is a really long track running along the perimeter of the island.

Fishing
Join a fishing day tour and try to catch some diner.

Cycling
Menorca is a great place for cycling.

Restaurants in Menorca

Rias Baixas Restaurant is a Galician cuisine restaurant that has become one of the must-visit restaurants in Menorca. Small restaurant located in the center of Mahon, Ses Forquilles. Founded in the 70s as a fishermen's tavern, Cafe Balear is the traditional family place. The chef of Passió Mediterrània takes advantage of the winter vacations to travel in search of new flavors and aromas to introduce in the menu. The only restaurant in the Balearic Islands to be Slow Food certified and a KMzero restaurant, Es Tast de Na Silvia. Pan y Vino restaurant is located in a beautiful finca, which will welcome you in an elegant, yet simple way. The atmosphere of El Grill is that of home: the old floor, the ocher walls, and the traditional cuisine of the island.

More things to see in Menorca

The Beaches
Menorca's beaches come in a full spectrum. There are tiny coves notched into the coastline everywhere. There is Son Bou beach and Cala Pregonda. Other beaches clustered along the southwestern coast are Cala Macarella, Son Saura, and Cala en Turqueta.

Nature/parks
The Albufera Natural Park des Grau, the salt flats of Addaia and Mongofre, and the point of Favàritx with its lunar landscape and rich slate, devoid of vegetation.

Megalithic sites
Megalithic sites like Taulas are T-shaped altars made up of two huge slabs of stone. The Navetas are burial chambers and Talayots are thought to be watchtowers. Other important sites include Talatí de Dalt, Trépuco, Torretrencada, Torralba d'en Salort, Torre d'en Gaumés, Naveta d'es Tudons and Rafal Rubí.

Golf
Golf lovers will find many golf clubs on the island.

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