Malta Weather in December

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

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Are you planning a trip a to Malta, Malta in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Malta in December

Malta, Malta is a region in Malta. December in Malta 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 St Julian's.

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

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 79 mm (3.1 in) in St Julian's. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, St Julian's receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In St Julian's, you can expect around 160 hours of sunlight in December, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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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 December

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 December for some of the most popular destinations in Malta, Malta?

Temperature range in Malta (December)

Precipitation variation in Malta (December)

St Julian's

In December St Julian's 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
192 hours
160 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in St Julian's →

Sliema

In December Sliema 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
192 hours
160 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Sliema →

Valletta

In December Valletta 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
192 hours
160 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Valletta →

Mellieħa

In December Mellieħa 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
192 hours
160 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Mellieħa →

Qawra

In December Qawra 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
192 hours
160 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Qawra →

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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 Malta in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
St Julian's 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Valletta 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Mellieħa 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Marsaskala 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Sliema 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Qawra 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)

Malta weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Expect pleasant weather across Malta, Malta in December. The popular destination of St Julian's averages 18°C (64°F) by day and 15°C (59°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Malta, Malta during December range from a nighttime low near 15°C (59°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in St Julian's.

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

December is on the drier side in Malta, Malta. St Julian's averages only about 79 mm (3.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Malta, Malta?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Malta, Malta with overall pleasant 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. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and March tend to be tolerable.

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