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Malta Climate by Month

The temperature in Malta can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to mild. It's weather is marked by below-average rainfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to moderate in Malta. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in August to a moderate 16°C in the coolest month, February. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 13°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Malta maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, recording average annual precipitation of 453 mm. The climate in Malta shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in December, with an average of 81 mm of precipitation over 13 rainy days. In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0.6 mm of rainfall over a single rainy day.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Malta serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 12.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 5.3 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Malta ranges from 14°C in February to 26°C in August.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Malta in Malta

During the months of May, June, October and November you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Malta have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of April, May, June, July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Malta?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Malta?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 16°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Malta?
    December tops the wettest month list with 81 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Malta?
    July is the driest month with 1 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Malta?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 370 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Malta

    Thu   Nov 21
    22°C | 19°C
    NW 32 km/h
    0.5 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    23°C | 19°C
    W 43 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    20°C | 16°C
    N 36 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain