Gozo Weather in December

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

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Xagħra Xlendi Marsalforn Għarb

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

What to Expect in Gozo in December

Gozo, Malta is a region in Malta. December in Gozo 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 Xagħra.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Gozo, Malta, check out the map below.

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 81 mm (3.2 in) in Xagħra. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Xagħra.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Xagħra typically sees 159 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Gozo by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Gozo — and find the best time to visit. (based on Xagħra)

January16°C (61°F) February16°C (61°F) March17°C (63°F) April18°C (64°F) May21°C (70°F) June24°C (75°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 Gozo in December

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

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 Gozo

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

Temperature range in Gozo (December)

Precipitation variation in Gozo (December)

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 pleasant 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
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Xagħra →

Marsalforn

In December Marsalforn 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 pleasant 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)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Marsalforn →

Għarb

In December Għarb 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 pleasant 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
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Għarb →

Għasri

In December Għasri 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 pleasant 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
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Għasri →

Qala

In December Qala 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 pleasant 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
78 mm (3.1 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Qala →

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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 Gozo in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Xagħra 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Xlendi 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Marsalforn 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Għarb 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Għasri 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Qala 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

Gozo weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gozo, Malta in December?

In December, Gozo, Malta generally has pleasant weather conditions. Xagħra sees daytime temperatures near 18°C (64°F), with nights cooling to roughly 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Gozo, Malta in December?

Daytime temperatures in Xagħra peak at roughly 18°C (64°F) in December, dropping to about 15°C (59°F) overnight.

Does Gozo, Malta get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Gozo, Malta. Xagħra averages only about 81 mm (3.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Gozo, Malta?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Xagħra, December might be a good time to visit Gozo, Malta. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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

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