#1Hot
Qawra
- Day
- 28.4°C
- Sea
- 26.7°C
- Sun
- 12.5h
- Rain days
- 1
Your August weather guide
Weather in Malta in August
August is a good month for Malta if you want warm seas and reliably hot weather, but it is less suited to travellers who prefer cool evenings. Average daytime temperatures reach 28°C, nights stay around 24°C and the sea averages 27°C. The main catch is the lack of much overnight relief from the heat. Choose your base for the kind of stay you want rather than expecting a noticeably cooler part of the country.
Long-term climate averages, not a forecast · 1991-2020
- Average daytime high
- 28.1°Cacross 4 destinations
- Average night-time low
- 24.3°Cafter dark
- Sea temperature
- 26.7°Cwarm enough to swim
- Rainy days
- 1days1 mm or more
Malta, month by month
Turn up the warmth
Warmest places in Malta in August
Ranked by average daytime high. The full comparison is in the table below.
Malta destinations ranked for August
All 4 places we track in Malta, ordered by daytime high.
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| # | Destination | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Qawra | 28.4°C | 24.4°C | 26.7°C | 12.5 h | 1 | 3 h 18 min |
| 2 | Sliema | 28.2°C | 24.6°C | 26.7°C | 12.5 h | 1 | 3 h 18 min |
| 3 | Valletta | 28.1°C | 24.5°C | 26.7°C | 12.5 h | 1 | 3 h 18 min |
| 4 | Mellieha | 27.8°C | 23.7°C | 26.6°C | 12.4 h | 1 | 3 h 18 min |
4 destinations shownClimate averages, not a forecast.
August climate overview
Daytime highs across Malta in August run from 27.8°C (Mellieha) to 28.4°C (Qawra). In Qawra about 100% of August days reach 25°C. Nights average 24.3°C; the coldest 10% of nights in Mellieha fall to 22°C or below.
Rainfall in August
Expect around 1 rainy days (1 mm or more) in August, with Mellieha the driest (1 days) and Qawra the wettest (1 days). The wettest August at Qawra between 1991 and 2020 was 1997 with 22 mm; the driest was 1991 with 0 mm.
Sea temperature
The sea averages 26.7°C around Malta in August - warmest at Qawra (26.7°C). That is comfortable for swimming.
Sunshine and daylight
Around 12.5 hours of sunshine a day on average, out of 13.4 hours of daylight (sunshine estimated from cloud cover).
August against the rest of the year in Malta
August is the 1st warmest month of the twelve in Malta. It is 0.9°C warmer than July and 2.2°C cooler in September. The hottest month here is August (28°C) and the coolest February (14°C).
Which part of Malta in August?
- Most sunshine: Qawra, 12.5 h a day.
- Driest: Mellieha, about 1 rainy days.
- Warmest sea: Qawra, 27°C.
- Hottest: Qawra, 28°C by day.
- Coolest (better for walking and cities): Mellieha, 28°C.
What to pack for Malta in August
Based on the averages: summer clothes for the day; swimwear - the sea is 27°C.
Similar weather elsewhere in August
Within 1.5°C of Malta's August daytime average: Paphos (30°C, sea 28°C), Bahamas (30°C, sea 30°C), Naples (30°C, sea 26°C), Koh Samui (29°C, sea 29°C), Budva (29°C, sea 26°C). See the full ranking for August.
What to expect from August weather
August suits travellers who want swimming weather and plenty of time outdoors, provided they are comfortable with heat. With 12.5 hours of sunshine a day and an average of 1 rainy day, shade is likely to matter more to your plans than wet-weather alternatives. Put more active outings in the morning or later in the day, leaving room for a break around midday. Pack light clothing, sun protection and something comfortable for warm evenings rather than relying on a cool night to recover. Air conditioning is a sensible accommodation priority if warm bedrooms make it difficult for you to sleep.
Which part of Malta should you choose?
There is no meaningful daytime temperature advantage among Qawra, Sliema, Valletta and Mellieha: all average 28°C, with sea temperatures of 27°C and 1 rainy day. Although Qawra is labelled the hottest and Mellieha the coolest, their listed averages are the same, so do not choose Mellieha expecting cooler days. The small distinction comes at night, when Sliema averages 25°C compared with 24°C in the other destinations. If evening warmth bothers you, that gives a slight reason to favour another base, but none offers cool nights. For weather alone, these places are much alike; your accommodation and daily routine matter more than the destination name.
A little more detail
Malta in August FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Where is the hottest place in Malta in August?
Qawra is the warmest of the 4 places we track in Malta in August with an average high of 28.4°C; Mellieha is the coolest at 27.8°C.
Is the sea warm in Malta in August?
The sea averages 22°C or more at Qawra (27°C), Sliema (27°C), Valletta (27°C), Mellieha (27°C) in August.
Is the sea warm enough for swimming in August?
The sea averages 27°C in Qawra, Sliema, Valletta and Mellieha, making August a good fit if you dislike chilly water. There is no temperature-based reason to favour any of these destinations for swimming, though warm water may offer less cooling relief than you expect.
How much warmer is Malta than London in August?
Malta averages 28°C by day, compared with London's 21°C. That makes it a noticeably warmer choice for a holiday. Plan for lighter clothing and more shade breaks, rather than assuming your usual London summer routine will feel equally comfortable.
Will I need warm clothes in the evening?
With average nights of 24°C across Malta and 25°C in Sliema, outdoor evenings are generally more about staying comfortable in warmth than wrapping up. Light clothing is the practical starting point; a light layer may still be useful in air-conditioned spaces.
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