The month in detail
What to expect in July
Summer in Valletta brings pleasant temperatures (84°F) and long sunny days (12.2h of sunshine). Rain is virtually absent (0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup.
July is the best month of the year in Valletta. Compared to June: +5°F daytime, +1.0h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in July
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
muggy at times
20°
Sea
27°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
14.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 39
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Is July the right month?
July is actually the best month of the year in Valletta. Good timing.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · Malta
🗣️LanguageMaltais
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+2.06°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 86°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 59°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 32%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Valletta ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
MaltaTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.9 → 4.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
35.90°N · 14.51°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Valletta?
July is the best month with 84°F highs, 75°F lows, 12.2h of sunshine and 0.0% rainy days. The months of July & June offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Valletta get in July?
Valletta averages 12.2 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in Valletta?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Valletta in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 75°F, while afternoon highs average 84°F.
Is Valletta good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Valletta scores 4.2/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 9.9/10.
When should you avoid Valletta?
January is the most difficult month to visit Valletta, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Valletta in July?
In July, the sea averages 81°F in Valletta: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Valletta in July?
The average UV index reaches 8 in July in Valletta (very high), with about 14.2h of daylight. Protection essential.