Malta

Malta Weather in October

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

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St Julian's Valletta Mellieħa Xagħra

Considering a trip to Malta this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Malta in October

October in Malta generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) in St Julian's.

To explore the conditions in Malta in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

October is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 58 mm (2.3 in) in St Julian's.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. St Julian's sees close to 220 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Malta in October

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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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Malta?

Temperature range in Malta (October)

Precipitation variation in Malta (October)

St Julian's

In October St Julian's generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
269 hours
220 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in St Julian's →

Sliema

In October Sliema generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
269 hours
220 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sliema →

Valletta

In October Valletta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
269 hours
220 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Valletta →

Mellieħa

In October Mellieħa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
269 hours
220 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mellieħa →

Xagħra

In October Xagħra generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
261 hours
220 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Xagħra →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
St Julian's 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Valletta 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Mellieħa 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Xagħra 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Marsaskala 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Xlendi 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)

Malta weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Malta in October?

In October, Malta generally has perfect weather conditions. St Julian's sees daytime temperatures near 24°C (75°F), with nights cooling to roughly 21°C (70°F).

What is the average temperature in Malta in October?

St Julian's averages a daytime maximum of 24°C (75°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 21°C (70°F).

Does Malta get a lot of rain in October?

Not particularly. St Julian's averages just 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Malta.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Malta?

We consider October to be one of the best times to travel to Malta. Typically, the climate in St Julian's is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Malta is in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in St Julian's. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and March tend to be tolerable.

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