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Mġarr, Malta, Malta has an average annual maximum temperature of 22°C (72°F), ranging from 16°C (61°F) in February to 28°C (82°F) in August. Below you'll find a full monthly breakdown and a comparison with cities worldwide.
The climate in Mġarr is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year. At night, this contrast is just as clear, with lows ranging from 26°C (79°F) in August to 13°C (55°F) in February.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Mġarr by month:
From around 4 AM to 6 AM temperatures are at their lowest; by 3 PM they've climbed to their daily peak. August, the warmest month, averages 351 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
Average high and low temperatures for each day of the month based on long-term records. 50-year average (1976-2025)
Browse day-by-day temperature records for Mġarr spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual high and low temperatures recorded on each day.
The map below shows the annual temperature across Malta. You can also select individual months if you want to compare a specific time of year.
Mġarr's average annual maximum temperature is 22°C (72°F). To put that in context, here's how it compares to a few well-known destinations:
Athens, Greece sits at 23°C (73°F) on average, with hot dry summers and mild winters characteristic of the Mediterranean.
Zermatt, Switzerland averages just 4°C (39°F) annually due to its altitude, with very cold winters and cool summers even at its warmest.
New York City, USA averages 17°C (63°F) a year, with hot humid summers and cold winters that bring regular snowfall.
Tokyo, Japan averages 21°C (70°F) a year, with hot summers, cool winters, and a well-defined cherry blossom spring.
Temperature alone doesn't tell the whole story, humidity plays a big role in how warm or cold it actually feels. High humidity in summer makes the heat feel more intense, particularly once temperatures climb above 25°C. In winter, the same humidity can make cold air feel sharper than the thermometer suggests.
In Mġarr, February is the coolest month, with average highs of 16°C (61°F) and humidity around 79%, considered high. In August, the warmest month, temperatures average 28°C (82°F) with 73% humidity, conditions that feel high. For a full picture, see our humidity page.
Climate temperature data is typically calculated as a 30-year average. This smooths out year-to-year variability and gives a more reliable picture of what a place is actually like, rather than what happened in any single unusual year.
The readings come from a range of sources, land-based weather stations, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. That data is collected by weather services around the world, then pooled, quality-checked, and averaged to produce the climate records you see here.
Global average temperatures have risen by around 1.2°C since the pre-industrial era, and the effects are visible across many regions. Winters are milder on average, with fewer frost days and less snow in many parts of the world. Heatwaves are more frequent and more intense, and Europe's summers of 2018, 2019, and 2020 all set records.
Summers are also getting drier in some areas, while winter rainfall has increased in others. This contributies to higher river levels and more flooding. In many countries, spring arrives earlier and autumn lasts longer. It has knock-on effects for wildlife, agriculture, and local ecosystems.
For more on Mġarr's weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity, visit our Mġarr climate page.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Mġarr - and find the best time to visit.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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