Malta

Malta Weather & Climate: Monthly Averages

Monthly climate averages for Malta, temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Malta

The climate in Malta is typically Mediterranean with hot, dry summers and sporadically wet warm autumns. Winters are short with adequate rainfall and mild. In fact, daytime winter temperatures almost never fall below 12°C (54°F), while night-time winter temperatures never fall below 0°C (32°F). Nearly three-fourths of the total annual rainfall of 600 mm (24 in) falls between October and March.

June is an excellent time of year to visit as the summer season is just getting into full swing and it is not too hot. July through to September are the peak summer months, the temperature on average is about 30°C (86°F). August is the hottest month, the temperature occasionally soars to above 40°C (104°F) and this is also the busiest time of the year.

Explore Malta by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Malta — and find the best time to visit. (based on St Julian's)

Places in Malta

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St Julian's Valletta Mellieħa Xagħra Marsaskala Xlendi
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Climate map

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Regional climate differences

Explore the climate diversity across Malta.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

St Julian's 16°C (61°F) 28°C (82°F) 13°C (55°F) 26°C (79°F) 437 mm (17 in) 3,030 hours
Valletta 16°C (61°F) 28°C (82°F) 13°C (55°F) 26°C (79°F) 435 mm (17 in) 3,030 hours
Mellieħa 16°C (61°F) 28°C (82°F) 13°C (55°F) 26°C (79°F) 441 mm (17 in) 3,030 hours
Xagħra 16°C (61°F) 28°C (82°F) 13°C (55°F) 25°C (77°F) 447 mm (18 in) 3,023 hours
Marsaskala 16°C (61°F) 28°C (82°F) 13°C (55°F) 26°C (79°F) 430 mm (17 in) 3,030 hours
Xlendi 16°C (61°F) 28°C (82°F) 13°C (55°F) 25°C (77°F) 445 mm (18 in) 3,023 hours

FAQ

What temperatures can I expect in Malta?

St Julian's is the warmest destination, reaching 28°C (82°F) in August with nights around 26°C (79°F). Malta is the coolest, with February daytime highs of just 16°C (61°F) and nights dropping to 13°C (55°F). Temperatures vary significantly between regions and seasons. See the city comparison for a full overview.

How much rain does Malta get?

Rainfall varies across Malta. Malta is the wettest, receiving 453 mm (18 in) per year, with December the wettest month at 81 mm (3.2 in). Rabat is the driest at 439 mm (17 in) per year. Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.

How sunny is Malta?

Valletta is the sunniest destination in Malta, enjoying 3,030 hours of sunshine per year, with July the brightest month at 372 hours. Overall, Malta enjoys abundant sunshine year-round. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.

What is the climate like across Malta?

St Julian's has warm summers reaching 28°C (82°F) in August and mild winters dropping to 16°C (61°F), with 3,030 hours of sunshine and 437 mm (17 in) of rain per year. Valletta has warm summers reaching 28°C (82°F) in August and mild winters dropping to 16°C (61°F), with 3,030 hours of sunshine and 435 mm (17 in) of rain per year. Mellieħa has warm summers reaching 28°C (82°F) in August and mild winters dropping to 16°C (61°F), with 3,030 hours of sunshine and 441 mm (17 in) of rain per year. Explore the climate charts and comparison table for more cities.

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