Meteorology

Snow returns to Puig Major and covers the roof of Mallorca in white

The Christmas festivities will begin with snow-covered peaks.

ARA Balears
22/12/2025
1 min

PalmHe Puig Major The city awoke to a blanket of white from the heavy snowfall of the past few hours. geographer Albert Darder, who went to the snowy area, explained to ARA Baleares that the snow clung to 1,300 meters high and that the current temperature is -0.5 degrees.

As the morning progressed, the snowfall intensified, and the flakes became denser and purer, causing the snow to accumulate more quickly and blanket much of the summit and surrounding area of Puig Major. This increased intensity also improved the quality of the snow, which now forms a visible and continuous layer in some parts of the mountain. According to forecasts, snow is expected to continue in the higher elevations of the Serra de Tramuntana in the coming hours, and it is possible that snow could reach lower areas if temperatures and precipitation persist. Given this situation, extreme caution is advised on mountain roads and hiking trails, as the combination of snow, ice, and low temperatures can make driving and access to some areas difficult.

These types of situations also tend to attract curious onlookers and hikers, but experts emphasize that winter conditions can change rapidly. Snow and ice, along with wind and low visibility, can turn a visit into a risky situation if the proper equipment is not available or safety instructions are not followed.

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