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December in St. Paul's Bay sees daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F) at night. As the wettest month of the year, keep in mind that rainfall is at its highest.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best weather for St. Paul's Bay.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in St. Paul's Bay - and find the best time to visit.
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in St. Paul's Bay typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 18°C (64°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 11°C (52°F) to 13°C (55°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 St. Paul's Bay spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in St. Paul's Bay from 2000 through 2025.
Find out more about the weather in Malta and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Malta in December →
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).
Pleasant temperatures in December mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. The water temperature sits at about 17°C (63°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
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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