Country guide
Malta weather by month
Malta suits beach holidays best from June to September, while spring and autumn offer a better balance for city walks. August is the warmest month, with average days of 28°C and sea temperatures of 27°C. April is cooler at 17°C, making time outdoors more comfortable but swimming less appealing. The main trade-off is between summer's dry weather and warm water, and the cooler months' easier walking conditions but greater chance of rain.
- Hottest month
- 28.1°CAugust
- Coolest month
- 14.4°CFebruary
- Warmest sea
- 26.7°CAugust
- Destinations tracked
- 4warmest: Qawra
Malta, month by month
A little perspective
Malta through the year
Country figures are the mean of the 4 destinations listed below; individual resorts can differ by several degrees.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.6°C | 12.0°C | 16.0°C | 5.2 | 55 | 9 | 0% |
| February | 14.4°C | 11.5°C | 15.2°C | 6.1 | 51 | 8 | 0% |
| March | 15.5°C | 12.5°C | 15.2°C | 7.2 | 32 | 6 | 0% |
| April | 17.3°C | 14.2°C | 16.1°C | 8.3 | 15 | 3 | 0% |
| May | 20.5°C | 17.0°C | 18.6°C | 10.0 | 6 | 2 | 2% |
| Junebest | 24.4°C | 20.5°C | 22.2°C | 12.2 | 2 | 1 | 36% |
| Julybest | 27.2°C | 23.2°C | 25.3°C | 13.7 | 0 | 0 | 93% |
| Augustbest | 28.1°C | 24.3°C | 26.7°C | 12.5 | 3 | 1 | 100% |
| September | 26.0°C | 22.8°C | 25.8°C | 8.9 | 34 | 4 | 73% |
| October | 23.1°C | 20.2°C | 23.8°C | 6.5 | 50 | 7 | 16% |
| November | 19.6°C | 16.8°C | 21.1°C | 5.3 | 68 | 9 | 1% |
| December | 16.2°C | 13.7°C | 18.1°C | 5.0 | 71 | 10 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
When to go to Malta
Daytime highs average 25°C or more in July, August, September. The sea reaches a swimmable 22°C from June to October. Winter (December to February) averages 15°C by day - mild rather than warm. December is the wettest month (71 mm) and July the driest (0 mm).
Destinations in Malta
Each has a 12-month table; our most searched places have month-by-month detail pages.
Warmest place in Malta each month
| Month | Warmest destination | Day | Coolest destination | Day | Warmest sea |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Qawra | 15°C | Mellieha | 14°C | Mellieha 16°C |
| February | Qawra | 15°C | Mellieha | 14°C | Qawra 15°C |
| March | Qawra | 16°C | Mellieha | 15°C | Qawra 15°C |
| April | Qawra | 18°C | Mellieha | 17°C | Qawra 16°C |
| May | Qawra | 21°C | Mellieha | 20°C | Sliema 19°C |
| June | Qawra | 25°C | Mellieha | 24°C | Qawra 22°C |
| July | Qawra | 28°C | Mellieha | 27°C | Sliema 25°C |
| August | Qawra | 28°C | Mellieha | 28°C | Qawra 27°C |
| September | Qawra | 26°C | Mellieha | 26°C | Sliema 26°C |
| October | Qawra | 23°C | Mellieha | 23°C | Qawra 24°C |
| November | Qawra | 20°C | Mellieha | 19°C | Qawra 21°C |
| December | Qawra | 17°C | Mellieha | 16°C | Qawra 18°C |
Winter and spring: better for walking than swimming
January and February are cool rather than beach-warm, with daytime averages of 15°C and 14°C. Pack layers and a waterproof, and leave room to rearrange outdoor plans around rain. March brings a modest improvement, but the sea remains cold at 15°C. April is a more useful turning point for city breaks: rain falls on an average of 3 days, although evenings still call for a layer. May offers the stronger compromise if you want mostly dry days without summer heat. Its daytime average reaches 20°C, but the sea at 19°C will still feel cool if you prefer warm-water swimming.
Summer and autumn: choose between dry days and warmer water
June is a strong beach choice if you prefer less heat, with average days of 24°C and sea temperatures of 22°C. June and July average 0 rain days, though that is not a promise of uninterrupted dry weather. July and August bring the greatest need for shade at midday, and warm nights make light clothing useful after dark. September keeps the sea warm at 26°C, but rain becomes more likely. October still offers sea temperatures of 24°C, with 7 rain days making flexible plans sensible. November is better approached as a mild walking break with possible swims; December's cooler days and more frequent rain favour a weather-flexible city stay.
Where to stay: the month matters more than the temperature gap
There is little temperature-based reason to favour Valletta, Mellieha, Sliema or Qawra over the others. Qawra is the warmest overall, with an annual average daytime temperature of 20.9°C, while Mellieha is the coolest at 20.2°C. That is a small gap compared with the seasonal change, so choosing your month matters more than choosing a destination for warmth. For a city-focused trip, April and May offer relatively dry weather without the summer peak; October stays warmer but needs more allowance for rain. For a beach-focused stay, June through September is the stronger choice. Do not count on changing destination within Malta to avoid summer heat.
A little more detail
Malta weather FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
When is the best time to visit Malta?
Weighing warmth, low rainfall and sunshine across 4 destinations, the best months for Malta are July, June, August. August is the hottest month (average high 28.1°C) and February the coolest (14.4°C).
How many months is Malta over 25°C?
3 months average a daytime high of 25°C or more across our Malta destinations.
Which is the hottest place in Malta?
Over the year, Qawra has the highest average daytime temperature of the 4 Malta destinations we track (20.9°C averaged across all months).
When is the sea warmest in Malta?
August has the warmest average sea temperature at 27°C. September remains close at 26°C, so it suits travellers who prioritise warm water over the driest conditions. October's sea is still 24°C, but rain is more likely to interrupt beach plans.
Is May warm enough for a beach holiday?
May is a reasonable choice for beach time if you do not need hot weather. Average days reach 20°C and rain is uncommon, but the sea is 19°C. June is a better fit if comfortable swimming matters more than avoiding summer warmth.
What should I pack for a winter city break?
Bring layers and a waterproof rather than relying on beach clothing. December, January and February have cool days and cooler evenings, with rain a regular consideration. Keep outdoor plans flexible and take a layer you can add when the temperature drops after dark.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid), 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at 4 destination points.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C