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Malta · Malta · Valletta

A fortress city built entirely from honey-coloured stone, water clear enough to see the seabed, and a history that runs from the Knights of St John back to megalithic temples older than Stonehenge.

The best time to visit Malta is Apr–Oct, when typical daytime highs reach about 30°C (85°F). Local time there is 19:52 (UTC+2).

Best time to go
Apr–Oct
Budget on the ground
$$ · mid-range
Nearest airport
MLA · Valletta

Good for

In season

The year at a glance

Light0 to 24h High12 to 32°C54 to 90°F Rain0 to 80mm0 to 3.1in

April · high 64°F · rain 0.7in · 13.1h of daylight · in the recommended window

shaded columns are the recommended window

Measured at Valletta, this page’s gateway

Malta month by month, the same numbers the figure draws
MonthHigh °CHigh °FRain mmRain inLightNotes
January15°C59°F40mm1.6in10.0h10.0h
February15°C59°F35mm1.4in10.8h10.8h
March16°C60°F37mm1.5in11.9h11.9h
April18°C64°F18mm0.7in13.1h13.1hin the recommended window
May22°C71°F17mm0.7in14.0h14.0hin the recommended window
June27°C81°F3mm0.1in14.6h14.6hin the recommended window
July31°C87°F2mm0.1in14.4h14.4hin the recommended window
August31°C87°F3mm0.1in13.5h13.5hin the recommended window
September28°C82°F28mm1.1in12.4h12.4hin the recommended window
October24°C76°F61mm2.4in11.2h11.2hin the recommended window
November21°C69°F79mm3.1in10.2h10.2h
December17°C63°F39mm1.5in9.7h9.7h

Good to know

Currency
EUR
Language
Maltese, English
Plug
G
Driving
on the left

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Common questions

When is the best time to visit Malta?

The best time to visit Malta is Apr–Oct, when typical daytime highs reach about 30°C (85°F).

How warm does Malta get?

Typical daytime highs in Malta are Mar–May 19°C (65°F), Jun–Aug 30°C (85°F), Sep–Nov 24°C (76°F), Dec–Feb 16°C (60°F).

Is Malta expensive?

On the ground, Malta is mid-range.

What sort of trip is Malta good for?

Malta is good for sunshine and salt water, old stones and real towns, an unhurried pace, eating extremely well.

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