Mdina Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Mdina.
Climate overview of Mdina
Mdina, Malta, 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.
Rainfall is modest, totalling around 439 mm (17 in) annually. The city experiences a distinct dry season from March to September, with warm summers and mild winters. December tends to be the wettest month. The sunniest month is July, with 12.4 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Mdina Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Mdina - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Mdina
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to moderate in Mdina. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 16°C (61°F) during cooler months like February.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 26°C (79°F) in August to around 13°C (55°F) during February.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Mdina
Mdina has a relatively dry climate with low precipitation, averaging 439 mm (17 in) of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, December it receives moderate rainfall, averaging 79 mm (3.1 in) of precipitation, recorded across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month July brings less rainfall, with 0.4 mm (0.02 in) over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Mdina 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 Mdina
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Mdina. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce 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 Mdina
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 Mdina by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Mdina.
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 Mdina
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s (6 knots) in July, August, September and October to 5 m/s (10 knots) in 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 Mdina
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
- 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 Mdina
What is the best time to visit Mdina?
April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather in Mdina. In contrast, January, February and March tend to have less optimal conditions. Mdina has a distinct dry season from March to September, with warm summers and mild winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Mdina?
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 Mdina get?
Annual rainfall is around 439 mm (17 in). December is the wettest month with 79 mm (3.1 in), while July is the driest with 0.4 mm (0.02 in).
How sunny is Mdina?
Mdina 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, Mdina enjoys abundant sunshine.
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