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Birgu Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Birgu.
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Climate overview of Birgu
Birgu, Malta, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 28°C (82°F) in August, while winters cool to 16°C (61°F) in February.
With around 434 mm (17 in) of annual rainfall, Birgu has a fairly dry climate. However, it has a distinct dry season from March to September, with warm summers and mild winters. The wettest month is December, while July sees the least rain. July is the sunniest month, averaging 12.4 hours of sunshine per day.
Birgu Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Birgu - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Birgu
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to moderate in Birgu. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 16°C (61°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 26°C (79°F) in August to 13°C (55°F) in February.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Birgu
Birgu maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, recording average annual precipitation of 434 mm (17 in). Birgu can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 78 mm (3.1 in) of precipitation over 13 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (July), you will experience much drier conditions, with 0.5 mm (0.02 in) of precipitation spread across 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Birgu Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Birgu
Birgu can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 12.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 5.3 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Water Temperature in Birgu
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 14°C (57°F) in February to 26°C (79°F) in August.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Birgu by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Birgu.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 79%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 69%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Birgu
The mean wind speed varies between 3 m/s (6 knots) and 5 m/s (10 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in July, August, September and October and highest during January, February, March, April and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Birgu
Conditions in Birgu are generally most comfortable in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November. They are typically least comfortable in January, February and March.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
good
Feb
good
Mar
good
Apr
excellent
May
excellent
Jun
excellent
Jul
excellent
Aug
excellent
Sep
excellent
Oct
excellent
Nov
excellent
Dec
very good
- Best overall: April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July
- Fewest rainy days: June, July and August
- Best for swimming: June, July, August, September, October and November.
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct dry season from March to September, with warm summers and mild winters
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Birgu
What is the best time to visit Birgu?
April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather in Birgu. In contrast, January, February and March tend to have less optimal conditions. Birgu has a distinct dry season from March to September, with warm summers and mild winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Birgu?
Daytime highs range from 16°C (61°F) in February to 28°C (82°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 13°C (55°F) to 26°C (79°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Birgu get?
Annual rainfall is around 434 mm (17 in). December is the wettest month with 78 mm (3.1 in), while July is the driest with 0.5 mm (0.02 in).
How sunny is Birgu?
Birgu receives around 3,030 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 372 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 160 hours. Overall, Birgu enjoys abundant sunshine.
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