Malta, MaltaQuick decision
When to visit Malta?
🌞 Best time overall
June
🌡️ Optimal temperature
21°C–27°C in June
🌧 Least rain
3% rainy days in June
🌧 Wettest month
January (25%)
📅 Best score
9.7/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Beach & SnorkellingJune–September — St George's Bay, Blue Bay, Gozo.
Medieval CultureYear-round — Mdina, Valletta, Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum.
Comino & CavesMay–September — Blue Bay, Blue Grotto of Malta.
FamilyJune or September — sea 24–26°C, historical sites, entertainment.
BudgetNovember or March — decent weather, prices -40%, sites without queues.
Monthly climate data
Malta weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 11°C | 15°C | 25% | 1.2 | 8.6h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ February | 12°C | 16°C | 21% | 1.5 | 9.6h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ March | 13°C | 16°C | 21% | 1.1 | 10.7h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 14°C | 19°C | 13% | 0.5 | 11.9h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 17°C | 22°C | 11% | 0.6 | 12.3h | 8.5/10 |
| ☀️ June | 21°C | 27°C | 3% | 0.1 | 13.5h | 9.7/10 |
| ☀️ July | 24°C | 30°C | 1% | 0.0 | 13.2h | 9.2/10 |
| ☀️ August | 25°C | 30°C | 5% | 0.2 | 12.1h | 8.9/10 |
| ☀️ September | 24°C | 28°C | 15% | 1.0 | 11.4h | 9.0/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 20°C | 24°C | 23% | 1.9 | 9.9h | 8.0/10 |
| ⛅ November | 17°C | 21°C | 37% | 2.4 | 8.8h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ December | 14°C | 17°C | 28% | 1.4 | 8.2h | 7.1/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 19°C, 15% rainy days, 11.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.8/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Excellent time
Average 29°C, 3% rainy days, 12.9h sunshine/day. Score: 9.3/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 24°C, 25% rainy days, 10.0h sunshine/day. Score: 8.1/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 16°C, 25% rainy days, 8.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.1/10.
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Tip : January, February offer a good weather/price balance — decent score with fewer crowds.
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FAQ
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June is ideal with 3% rainy days and 27°C.
January is the wettest month with 25% rainy days.
Yes, June is the best month with an average of 27°C.
In winter, the average score is 7.1/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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