Malta

Malta Weather in September

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

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St Julian's Valletta Mellieħa Xagħra

Planning a trip to Malta this September? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Malta in September

September in Malta generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of September is in the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in St Julian's.

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

Precipitation

September is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 36 mm (1.4 in) in St Julian's.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this September. For example, St Julian's gets approximately 269 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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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 September

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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Malta?

Temperature range in Malta (September)

Precipitation variation in Malta (September)

St Julian's

In September St Julian's generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
351 hours
269 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.9 mm (0.2 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
4 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in St Julian's →

Sliema

In September Sliema generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
351 hours
269 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.9 mm (0.2 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
4 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sliema →

Valletta

In September Valletta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
351 hours
269 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.9 mm (0.2 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
4 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Valletta →

Mellieħa

In September Mellieħa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
351 hours
269 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.7 mm (0.1 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
4 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mellieħa →

Xagħra

In September Xagħra generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
352 hours
261 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.5 mm (0.1 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
4 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Xagħra →

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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
St Julian's 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Valletta 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Mellieħa 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Xagħra 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Marsaskala 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Xlendi 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)

Malta weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Malta in September?

Malta typically experiences perfect weather in September, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in St Julian's average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Malta in September?

In St Julian's, the average daytime high in September is 27°C (81°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

Does Malta get a lot of rain in September?

September is on the drier side in Malta. St Julian's averages only about 36 mm (1.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Malta?

We believe that September is one of the best times to visit Malta with overall perfect weather in St Julian's. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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

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