Senglea Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Senglea.
Climate overview of Senglea
Senglea, Malta, Malta, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with August peaking at 28°C (82°F) and February dropping to 16°C (61°F).
Rainfall is modest, totalling around 434 mm (17 in) annually. The city experiences a distinct dry season from March to September. December tends to be the wettest month. July is the sunniest month, averaging 12.4 hours of sunshine per day.
Senglea Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Senglea — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Senglea
Visitors to Senglea can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. 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.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Senglea
Senglea tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 434 mm (17 in) of rain per year. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, December it receives moderate rainfall, averaging 78 mm (3.1 in) of precipitation, recorded across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month July brings less rainfall, with 0.5 mm (0.02 in) over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Senglea 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 Senglea
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Senglea. 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.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Water Temperature in Senglea
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 Senglea by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Senglea.
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 Senglea
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 Senglea
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Frequently asked questions about the climate in Senglea
What is the best time to visit Senglea?
April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather in Senglea. In contrast, January, February and March tend to have less optimal conditions. Senglea has a distinct dry season from March to September.
What temperatures can I expect in Senglea?
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 Senglea 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 Senglea?
Senglea 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, Senglea enjoys abundant sunshine.
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