Sliema Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Sliema’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Malta.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Visitors to Sliema can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in August to a moderate 16°C in the coolest month, February. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 13°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Sliema by month:
Typically, the coolest time of day is between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest time occurs around 3 PM, when the sun’s heating effect is strongest. August, the city’s warmest month, experiences 351 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
February, the city’s coldest month, sees about 61 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 10 days. It records 181 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Malta Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Malta. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Sliema Temperatures Compared World Wide
Sliema’s average annual maximum temperature is 22°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.
In contrast, in Oslo, Norway, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Osaka, Japan, offers a similar climate to Tokyo, with an average annual temperature of 22°C.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Sliema, during the coolest month, February, you will experience 79% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 16°C. In the warmest month, August, the humidity is 73% combined with an average maximum temperature of 28°C, which creates a high-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Sea vs. Land Temperatures
The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
- Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.
For more detailed information about Sliema’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Sliema climate page.
Current temperature in Sliema
