Malta

Malta Weather in March

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

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St Julian's Valletta Mellieħa Xagħra

Planning a journey to Malta this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Malta in March

March in Malta generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in St Julian's.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Marsaxlokk with an average of 34 mm (1.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Malta with 38 mm (1.5 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, St Julian's enjoys approximately 225 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Malta by month

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 March

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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Malta?

Temperature range in Malta (March)

Precipitation variation in Malta (March)

St Julian's

In March St Julian's generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
225 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
good
good
excellent
Climate in St Julian's →

Sliema

In March Sliema generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
225 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
good
good
excellent
Climate in Sliema →

Valletta

In March Valletta generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
225 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
good
good
excellent
Climate in Valletta →

Mellieħa

In March Mellieħa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
225 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
good
good
excellent
Climate in Mellieħa →

Xagħra

In March Xagħra generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
223 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
good
good
excellent
Climate in Xagħra →

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In our records: Malta March extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest March day in Malta brought 259 mm (10 in) in Żurrieq on March 30, 1976.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
St Julian's 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Valletta 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Mellieħa 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Xagħra 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Marsaskala 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Xlendi 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)

Malta weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Malta in March?

March in Malta brings good weather. In St Julian's, daytime temperatures are typically around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows hover near 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Malta in March?

Daytime temperatures in St Julian's peak at roughly 17°C (63°F) in March, dropping to about 14°C (57°F) overnight.

Does Malta get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Malta. St Julian's averages only about 35 mm (1.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Malta?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Malta due to the typically good weather in St Julian's.

Generally speaking, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November provide excellent weather in St Julian's. The weather in January, February and March, on the other hand, tends to be good.

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