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With daytime temperatures of 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows of 18°C (64°F), May in Birżebbuġa brings pleasant temperatures during the day. The excellent weather makes it an appealing time to visit.
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Birżebbuġa.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Birżebbuġa typically rise from around 21°C (70°F) at the start of May to approximately 25°C (77°F) by the end. Nights are pleasant, with lows typically ranging from 14°C (57°F) to 18°C (64°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Birżebbuġa spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 50 years of weather observations in Birżebbuġa between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
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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).
For Birżebbuġa in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. The water temperature sits at about 18°C (64°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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