Xagħra Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Xagħra, Gozo, 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 447 mm (18 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 12.3 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Xagħra
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to moderate in Xagħra. 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 25°C (77°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 Xagħra
Xagħra maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, recording average annual precipitation of 447 mm (18 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, December it receives moderate rainfall, averaging 81 mm (3.2 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 Xagħra 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 Xagħra
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Xagħra. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.3 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 Xagħra
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 Xagħra by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Xagħra.
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 Xagħra
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)
Xagħra 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Xagħra
During the months of May, June, September, October and November, Xagħra enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 21°C (69°F) to 27°C (80°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 3 mm (0.1 in) in June to 79 mm (3.1 in) in November. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers. Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
