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In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Żejtun, Malta, Malta. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.
If you're visiting Żejtun, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 372 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 160 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 3030 hours.
This means the city 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.
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%.
Żejtun enjoys an average of 3030 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.
In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.
December, Żejtun’s wettest month, receives 3.9 mm (0.2 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 Żejtun Precipitation page.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Żejtun - and find the best time to visit.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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