Weather in Malta in November

November climate overview

Daytime highs across Malta in November run from 19.2°C (Mellieha) to 19.9°C (Qawra). Even in Qawra only 1% of days reach 25°C. Nights average 16.8°C; the coldest 10% of nights in Mellieha fall to 14°C or below.

Rainfall in November

Expect around 9 rainy days (1 mm or more) in November, with Qawra the driest (9 days) and Sliema the wettest (9 days). The wettest November at Qawra between 1991 and 2020 was 2011 with 165 mm; the driest was 2010 with 7 mm.

Sea temperature

The sea averages 21.1°C around Malta in November - warmest at Qawra (21.1°C). That is bracing: fine for a dip, cool for long swims.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day on average, out of 10.1 hours of daylight (sunshine estimated from cloud cover).

November against the rest of the year in Malta

November is the 7th warmest month of the twelve in Malta. It is 3.5°C cooler than October and 3.4°C cooler in December. The hottest month here is August (28°C) and the coolest February (14°C).

Which part of Malta in November?

• Most sunshine: Qawra, 5.3 h a day.
• Driest: Qawra, about 9 rainy days.
• Warmest sea: Qawra, 21°C.
• Hottest: Qawra, 20°C by day.
• Coolest (better for walking and cities): Mellieha, 19°C.

What to pack for Malta in November

Based on the averages: light layers - warm in the sun, cooler in the shade; a light jumper for evenings (17°C at night); a rain jacket - roughly 9 wet days; swimwear if you do not mind a bracing 21°C sea.

Similar weather elsewhere in November

Within 1.5°C of Malta's November daytime average: Paphos (21°C, sea 22°C), Hammamet (20°C, sea 21°C), La Palma (20°C, sea 23°C), Fethiye (20°C, sea 22°C), Crete (20°C, sea 20°C). See the full ranking for November.

Which part of Malta is warmest?

There is little reason to choose your base on temperature alone. Qawra, Sliema and Valletta all average 20°C by day and 17°C at night, so Qawra's warmest-place label does not give it an advantage over the others. Mellieha is slightly cooler at 19°C during the day and 16°C overnight, a small difference that may matter more when sitting outside in the evening than when walking around. All these destinations have 9 rainy days and a sea temperature of 21°C. Choose whichever base best fits your plans rather than expecting a noticeably warmer or drier holiday in a particular part of the country.

What to pack and how to plan your days

Pack for mild days and cooler evenings, not reliable summer heat. Light clothing with a jumper or jacket gives you more flexibility than a suitcase filled only with beachwear. A waterproof layer is sensible too, given the 9 rainy days. Average sunshine of 5.3 hours leaves scope for outdoor time, but it is not a promise of clear skies throughout your stay. Keep outdoor plans movable and use dry, sunny spells when they arrive. The 21°C sea may suit a swim, though comfort depends on your tolerance for cooler water. Bring something dry to put on afterwards, especially if you plan to stay outside into the evening.