Qawra weather by month

When to go to Qawra

For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: July, August, September. December is the wettest month (72 mm, about 10 rainy days) and July the driest (0 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 26.7°C and coolest in February at 15.2°C.

Getting there

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Malta International Airport (MLA, 14 km from San Pawl il-Baħar) takes roughly 3 h 18 min - short-haul (up to 4.5 h) by UK standards. Time-zone: Europe/Malta.

Records and extremes, 1991-2020

The hottest day recorded in Qawra between 1991 and 2020 reached 36.5°C on 7 August 2017; the coldest fell to 3.4°C on 23 February 2019. In August one day in ten tops 30.2°C and about 13% of days pass 30°C; in February one night in ten drops to 9.1°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was January 2006 with 187 mm, against a January average of 55 mm.

Winter to spring: mild afternoons, cool water

December to February suits travellers who want mild weather rather than dependable sunshine. December averages 10 rain days, so keep outdoor plans flexible and pack a waterproof jacket. January and February bring daytime averages of 15°C and nights of 12°C: layers are more useful than a suitcase built around swimwear. March edges up to 16°C, with fewer rainy days, but the sea remains cool. April feels more promising for spending time outside, with 18°C afternoons and 8 hours of sunshine, though the water still averages just 16°C. May is the better compromise for warmth without summer heat: days reach 21°C and rain becomes uncommon. Its 18°C sea is the catch if you want long, comfortable swims, and a light evening layer still makes sense.

Summer: the strongest choice for dry days

June is a good fit if you want summer warmth without Qawra's highest temperatures. Days average 25°C, the sea reaches 22°C and rain days average 0, although that is not a guarantee of a completely dry stay. July brings 28°C afternoons and 14 hours of sunshine, making shade and a break from the midday sun sensible. August stays similarly hot by day, but its 27°C sea and 24°C nights make it the better fit for travellers who prioritise warm water and evenings without a jacket. Pack light clothing and sun protection throughout summer. If hot nights bother you, check that your accommodation has cooling.

Autumn: warm seas, but a growing chance of rain

September keeps much of summer's warmth, with days and sea both averaging 26°C. It suits swimming-focused holidays, provided you accept more changeable weather: rain days rise to 4. October remains comfortably warm for many travellers at 23°C by day, while the 24°C sea makes it more appealing for swimming than spring. The catch is less sunshine and more frequent rain, so leave room to move outdoor plans around. November is a milder option rather than a reliable beach month. Days average 20°C and the sea holds at 21°C, but 9 rain days make a waterproof layer useful. Bring an extra layer for evenings as autumn progresses.