Weather in Mellieha in March

How March compares

March is the 10th warmest month of the year in Mellieha. Within Malta it is 4th of 4 (Malta in March). Against London's average high of 10.5°C in March, Mellieha is 4.6°C warmer by day and 8.8°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in March

The typical March day in Mellieha peaks at 15.1°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 17.1°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 12.1°C; one night in ten drops to 10.0°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest March day here reached 21.3°C (2016-03-22) and the coldest night 6.8°C (1993-03-06).

Rain in March

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 6 days with 1 mm or more, 32 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest March was 2007 with 100 mm, the driest 1991 with 5 mm. Humidity averages 74%.

Sea temperature in March

The sea averages 15.2°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 14.6°C to 15.6°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.6°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 7.2 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.7 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:13 and sets about 18:10 local time in mid-March. Average cloud cover is 38%.

Is March a good time to visit Mellieha?

March is not the strongest month here: mild days. The best months for Mellieha on our scoring are July, June, August; months averaging 25°C or more: Jul, Aug, Sep.

Mild afternoons, but keep a jacket handy

Expect weather for walking rather than lying out in swimwear. The average daytime high is 15°C, so a light jumper or jacket is a more useful starting point than summer clothes alone. Even the warmest 10% of days reach only 17°C or more, making sustained warmth something not to rely on. Nights average 12°C, while the coldest 10% fall to 10°C or below. Keep a warmer layer for sitting outside after dark, particularly if you feel the cold. March suits travellers who prefer being active in mild conditions and do not need hot afternoons to make a holiday worthwhile.

Useful sunshine, with room for wet-weather plans

About 7.2 hours of sunshine within 11.7 hours of daylight gives March a reasonable balance for outdoor plans. That is not a promise of clear skies throughout the day, so leave some flexibility rather than depending on uninterrupted sunshine. There are about 6 rainy days during the month: enough to make a waterproof jacket useful, but not a reason to assume the whole trip will be wet. Plan longer stretches outdoors around the better forecast periods and keep a change of plan available when rain is expected. Layers will be more practical than packing solely for either warm sunshine or chilly weather.

The sea is the main compromise

At an average of 15°C, the sea is cold rather than comfortably swimmable. Its March range of 15°C to 16°C offers little reason to expect a notably warmer swim in a different year. If going into the sea is central to your holiday, March is a poor fit; if you mainly want time outdoors beside it, the mild air and sunshine are more useful. There is no regular summer heat to compensate, either: the share of days reaching 25°C is 0%. Choose March for a mild break with layers, not for dependable sunbathing or relaxed swimming.