Weather in Valletta in February

How February compares

February is the 12th warmest month of the year in Valletta and ranks 80th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Within Malta it is 3rd of 4 (Malta in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Valletta is 6.5°C warmer by day and 9.5°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Valletta peaks at 14.4°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 16.6°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 11.5°C; one night in ten drops to 9.0°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 19.1°C (2010-02-19) and the coldest night 3.1°C (2019-02-23).

Rain in February

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 8 days with 1 mm or more, 50 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 1996 with 98 mm, the driest 2020 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 72%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 15.2°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 14.7°C to 15.8°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.7°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.7 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:50 and sets about 17:42 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 43%.

Is February a good time to visit Valletta?

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

Milder than London, but still the coolest month

February is Valletta's coolest month, although its average daytime high is 6.5°C above London's. That makes it a reasonable choice if your aim is to get outdoors without needing summer heat. About 6.1 hours of sunshine within 10.7 hours of daylight gives you scope for daytime wandering, but sunshine should not be mistaken for warmth throughout the day. Even the warmer days are modest: the warmest 10% reach 16.6°C or more. Plan your longer outdoor stretches around the middle of the day, then keep a layer handy as temperatures ease towards evening. This is jumper weather rather than dependable short-sleeve weather.

Pack for rain and cool evenings

Rain is a meaningful catch, not a reason to rule the month out. With about 8 rainy days, an itinerary that depends on staying outdoors throughout could be frustrating. Keep plans flexible enough to move a walk into a brighter spell rather than committing every day to the same pattern. A waterproof outer layer and shoes you are comfortable wearing in wet conditions are sensible choices. For evenings, pack a jumper or similar warm layer: average night temperatures are 11.5°C, while the coldest 10% of nights fall to 9°C or below. Do not base your packing only on the daytime forecast.

Treat the sea as scenery, not the main activity

The sea averages 15.2°C, so February is a poor fit if leisurely swimming is the point of the trip. The year-to-year range of 15°C to 16°C stays firmly cold; hoping for a slightly warmer year does not change that judgement. Time beside the water is a more realistic plan than building the holiday around getting into it. July, June and August are the strongest months overall here, so they are better starting points if your dates are flexible and warmth matters most. February makes more sense for travellers happy with a cool city stay, some sunshine and adjustments for rain.