Malta
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 01:44 (UTC+2).
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The year at a glance
April · high 18°C · rain 18mm · 13.1h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Valletta, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C59°F | 40mm1.6in | 10.0h10.0h | |
| February | 15°C59°F | 35mm1.4in | 10.8h10.8h | |
| March | 16°C60°F | 37mm1.5in | 11.9h11.9h | |
| April | 18°C64°F | 18mm0.7in | 13.1h13.1h | in the recommended window |
| May | 22°C71°F | 17mm0.7in | 14.0h14.0h | in the recommended window |
| June | 27°C81°F | 3mm0.1in | 14.6h14.6h | in the recommended window |
| July | 31°C87°F | 2mm0.1in | 14.4h14.4h | in the recommended window |
| August | 31°C87°F | 3mm0.1in | 13.5h13.5h | in the recommended window |
| September | 28°C82°F | 28mm1.1in | 12.4h12.4h | in the recommended window |
| October | 24°C76°F | 61mm2.4in | 11.2h11.2h | in the recommended window |
| November | 21°C69°F | 79mm3.1in | 10.2h10.2h | |
| December | 17°C63°F | 39mm1.5in | 9.7h9.7h |
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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 middling.
What sort of trip is Malta good for?
Malta is good for beach and sun holidays, history and culture, relaxing holidays, food and drink.
How rainy is Malta?
The wettest month in Malta is November at 79mm (3.1in), the driest July at 2mm (0.1in), with a monthly average of 30mm (1.2in).
What plug do I need for Malta?
Malta uses type G sockets at 230 V.
