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The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Mellieha, Malta. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Mellieha. Expect long, bright days with 372 hours in July and darker periods with just 160 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 3030 hours.
In Mellieha, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 12.4 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 5.3 hours per day.
On average the sun shines 87% of the time during the day in July, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 51%.
Mellieha enjoys an average of 3030 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.
In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.
Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.
December, Mellieha’s wettest month, receives 3.7 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Mellieha Precipitation page.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Mellieha - and find the best time to visit.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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