Malta Weather in March

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

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St Julian's Valletta Mellieħa Marsaskala

Considering a trip to Malta, Malta this March 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 March

Malta, Malta is a region in Malta. March in Malta generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of March is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in St Julian's.

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

Precipitation

March is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 35 mm (1.4 in) in St Julian's.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. St Julian's typically receives 225 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Malta in March

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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

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Temperature range in Malta (March)

Precipitation variation in Malta (March)

St Julian's

In March St Julian's generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
225 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in St Julian's →

Sliema

In March Sliema generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
225 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Sliema →

Valletta

In March Valletta generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
225 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Valletta →

Mellieħa

In March Mellieħa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
225 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Mellieħa →

Qawra

In March Qawra generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
225 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Qawra →

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In our records: Malta March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Malta in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest March day in Malta brought 259 mm (10 in) in Żurrieq on March 30, 1976.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
St Julian's 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Valletta 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Mellieħa 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Marsaskala 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Sliema 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Qawra 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)

Malta weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

In March, Malta, Malta generally has tolerable weather conditions. St Julian's sees daytime temperatures near 17°C (63°F), with nights cooling to roughly 14°C (57°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in St Julian's peak at roughly 17°C (63°F) in March, dropping to about 14°C (57°F) overnight.

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

March is on the drier side in Malta, Malta. St Julian's averages only about 35 mm (1.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Malta, Malta?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Malta, Malta with often tolerable weather in St Julian's.

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

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