Weather in Valletta in April

How April compares

April is the 8th warmest month of the year in Valletta and ranks 103rd of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Within Malta it is 3rd of 4 (Malta in April). Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Valletta is 3.8°C warmer by day and 9.1°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in April

The typical April day in Valletta peaks at 17.3°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 19.2°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 14.2°C; one night in ten drops to 12.3°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest April day here reached 23.0°C (2018-04-25) and the coldest night 9.4°C (1997-04-01).

Rain in April

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 3 days with 1 mm or more, 15 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 1994 with 78 mm, the driest 1993 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 77%.

Sea temperature in April

The sea averages 16.1°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 15.6°C to 16.6°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.7°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 8.3 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 12.9 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:29 and sets about 19:35 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 36%.

Is April a good time to visit Valletta?

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

Comfortable for walking, cool for sitting out

Valletta's April weather suits travellers who prefer moving around to lying in the sun. An average high of 17.3°C is mild rather than hot, and even the warmer days typically offer gentle warmth: the warmest 10% reach 19.2°C or more. A light top may be enough when you are walking in sunshine, but bring a jumper or jacket for pauses outdoors and evenings. Average night lows of 14.2°C mean you should not plan on sitting out late in summer clothing. If reliable heat is the deciding factor, April is not the strongest choice; July, June and August rate better overall here.

Plenty of daylight, with some rain to plan around

With about 8.3 hours of sunshine within 12.9 hours of daylight, April gives you a useful window for outdoor plans. You can take your time rather than trying to fit everything into the middle of the day. Rain is a possible interruption rather than a reason to rule the month out: about 3 days have at least 1 mm. Keep your schedule flexible and pack a light waterproof, but there is little reason to make the whole trip revolve around wet-weather plans. Those sunshine hours are an average, not a promise of clear skies throughout your stay, so leave room to adjust.

The sea is the main compromise

The sea averages 16.1°C in April, which puts it firmly in the cold category rather than comfortable swimming territory. The year-to-year range of 16°C to 17°C does not change that judgement much. If swimming is central to your holiday, this is a substantial drawback, even when the air feels pleasant in sunshine. If you are happy spending time by the water without getting in, the cool sea matters much less. Pack swimwear if you enjoy cold water, but do not make daily swims the basis of your plans. April makes more sense as a mild city break than a summer-style seaside stay.