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Malta Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Malta in December.

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St Julian's Valletta Mellieħa Xagħra

Are you planning a trip a to Malta in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Malta in December

December in Malta generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) in St Julian's.

For specific regional insights in Malta, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Marsaskala with an average of 77 mm (3 in) to moderate rainfall in Marsalforn with 81 mm (3.2 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. St Julian's receives about 160 hours of sunlight in December, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Malta - and find the best time to visit. (based on St Julian's)

January16°C (61°F) February16°C (61°F) March17°C (63°F) April18°C (64°F) May21°C (70°F) June25°C (77°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August28°C (82°F) September27°C (81°F) October24°C (75°F) November21°C (70°F) December18°C (64°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Malta in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Malta.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Malta

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Malta?

Temperature range in Malta (December)

Precipitation variation in Malta (December)

St Julian's

In December St Julian's generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
160 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
good
Climate in St Julian's →

Sliema

In December Sliema generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
160 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
good
Climate in Sliema →

Valletta

In December Valletta generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
160 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
good
Climate in Valletta →

Mellieħa

In December Mellieħa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
160 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
good
Climate in Mellieħa →

Xagħra

In December Xagħra generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
159 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
good
Climate in Xagħra →

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In our records: Malta December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Malta in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in Malta was 7°C (45°F) in Malta on December 31, 2014.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Malta in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
St Julian's 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Valletta 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Mellieħa 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Xagħra 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Marsaskala 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Xlendi 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

Malta weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Malta in December?

Expect very good weather across Malta in December. The popular destination of St Julian's averages 18°C (64°F) by day and 15°C (59°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Malta in December?

St Julian's averages a daytime maximum of 18°C (64°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 15°C (59°F).

Does Malta get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Malta during December, with St Julian's averaging close to 79 mm (3.1 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Malta?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Malta with overall very good weather in St Julian's. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November offering mostly excellent weather in St Julian's. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and March tend to be good.

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