Find out when is the best time to go to Malta. Monthly weather: air and water temperature, precipitation and climate features in different seasons. Reviews of tourists about the rest on the Mediterranean island.
When is the best time to relax in Malta
When is Malta beach season? They start swimming in the Mediterranean in May. Most tourists visit the island during the summer months. The pleasant velvet season lasts from September to mid or late October, and then comes the long off-season. From November to March people come to Malta for excursions and health tourism.
Malta Monthly Weather
January
Water and air temperature. January is the coldest month of the year. The air temperature in the capital of Malta - the city of Valletta + 14 ° С. The sea water temperature does not exceed +15 ... + 16 ° С. It's too cold to swim!
Weather. Winter on the island is cool. It rains almost half of January, and because of this, the air humidity rises to 96%.
Reviews of tourists. Despite the cloudy weather, tourists enjoy the low season in Malta. Prices for tours to this country in winter are reduced. The hotels have air conditioners and heaters, so winter rains and dampness do not spoil the rest. If you love swimming, book a hotel room with an indoor pool.
February
Water and air temperature. It gets a little warmer in February. Air temperature +14 ... + 16 ° С. The sea water is still cold + 16 ° С.
Weather. The weather is sunny for half a month, daylight hours increase. It is windy and raining on the island.
Reviews of tourists. The low season in Malta continues, so there are few tourists. The locals do not like chilly February, but visitors are delighted with the blooming daffodils and crocuses. Vacationers like to spend time without the hustle and bustle, strolling along the embankments, going to museums and going on excursions.
March
Water and air temperature. At the beginning of spring, the air warms up to + 17 ° С, sometimes the thermometer rises to + 20 ° С. The sea is still cold + 16 ° С.
Weather. In March, the number of sunny days increases to 21. You can sunbathe a little! It rains less. By the end of the month, storms that are common in the off-season have subsided.
Reviews of tourists. Although the beach season in Malta has not begun, tourists are happy to come to the island to listen to birdsong, admire the green meadows and blossoming trees. Cold northern winds still blow in March. Take warm clothes, waterproof shoes and a jacket with you!
April
Water and air temperature. In the middle of spring, the weather in Malta is warm. Air temperature +19 ... + 22 ° С during the day and + 16 ° С at night. Sea water is warmed up to +16 ... + 17 ° С.
Weather. Spring off-season pleases with warmth and bright colors. The weather is sunny for most of the month, the sky is clear, and it rarely rains. Daylight hours increase to 13.5 hours.
Reviews of tourists. Until the high season begins in Malta, tourists devote their holidays to surfing and enjoy sunbathing on the beaches. April is the best time to go to Malta for walks, excursions and trips around the island. Wander the quiet streets of Valletta, admire the Palace of the Grand Master, the Cathedral of St. John and the megalithic buildings.
May
Water and air temperature. In May, the beach season begins in Malta. The air temperature rises to +22 ... + 24 ° С, and on some days - up to +25 ... + 27 ° С. Sea water at the beginning of the month is warmed up to +18 ... + 19 ° С, and at the end up to +19 ... + 20 ° С. There are more swimmers!
Weather. May weather is sunny and warm. The probability of rain is small. Only 11-12 mm of precipitation falls per month.
Reviews of tourists. At the end of spring, Malta turns into a luxury Mediterranean resort. Although all hotels are already open, there are not many tourists yet. Most holidaymakers will come to the island in the summer, when the sea becomes really warm.
June
Water and air temperature. At the beginning of summer, the island is very comfortable. Air temperature +26 ... 28 ° С, and sea water + 22 ° С.
Weather. The number of sunny days increases to 28, and there is no rain at all. Jackets and warm clothes can be safely left at home!
Reviews of tourists. June is the best time to travel to Malta with children. Vacationers like that there is no intense heat, and the sea is pleasant for swimming. There is one minus - there are a lot of tourists, so it is more and more difficult to find secluded bays.
July
Water and air temperature. At the height of summer, it is hot on the island +29 ... + 33 ° С. The sea is very warm + 25 ... + 26 ° С.
Weather. In July, the sun is active, there is no rain or wind. The sensation of heat is intensified by the increased humidity of the air. Vacationers escape from the scorching rays in hotels, restaurants and shopping centers.
Reviews of tourists. High season in Malta is ideal for beach holidays, diving, surfing and boat trips. According to tourists, excursions are not very popular, because it is hot to travel around the island.
August
Water and air temperature. It gets even hotter in August. The air temperature rises to +30 ... + 33 ° С. At night, the thermometer does not drop below + 27 ° C. The water in the Mediterranean Sea is warmed up to +26 ... + 27 ° С.
Weather. The scorching sun burns out the vegetation, and Malta welcomes tourists with yellowed grass and cracked earth without rain. Blooming trees and flower beds can only be seen in private gardens, which are carefully tended by local residents.
Reviews of tourists. At the height of the beach season, there are more holidaymakers in Malta. August in Europe is a month of vacations, and everyone wants to bask by the warm sea. So as not to get burned, go out into the sun in the morning and evening. It is also better to postpone sightseeing of historical and natural attractions for the evening hours, when there is no extreme heat.
September
Water and air temperature. With the onset of autumn, the temperature drops to + 28 ° C during the day, and to + 25 ° C at night. The Mediterranean Sea is cooling down slowly. In early September, the water temperature is + 26 ° С, and at the end of +24 ... + 25 ° С.
Weather. In early autumn, Malta is warm and comfortable in summer. There are 26 sunny days per month. Light rains begin, but there is still little precipitation - 24-25 mm.
Reviews of tourists. September is the time when it is better to go to Malta for those who, due to health reasons, are contraindicated in summer heat. The velvet season on the island is popular with parents with children and older tourists. From the 20th, the winds begin to blow, waves rise on the sea. At this time, fans of windsurfing and kitesurfing come to Malta.
October
Water and air temperature. In October, the air temperature is +23 ... + 25 ° С, and the sea water temperature is +23 ... + 24 ° С.
Weather. The last month of the velvet season in Malta pleases with warm, clear weather and freshness. There are 22 sunny and 5 rainy days in October. The amount of precipitation increases to 82 mm.
Reviews of tourists. If you love a secluded getaway and want to save some money, come to Malta in the fall. The main bonus of October is a noticeable reduction in prices for tours and hotels. According to tourists, in some years it is comfortable to swim until the middle of the month, but sometimes the beach season lasts until November.
November
Water and air temperature. In the last month of autumn, the air and water temperatures equalize +20 ... + 22 ° С. You can swim, but getting out of the water is already cool. To enjoy swimming, we recommend choosing small bays that are sheltered from the winds.
Weather. In the off-season, the weather in Malta is unstable. The number of sunny days is reduced to 16. It rains more, so the humidity increases.
Reviews of tourists. Compared to a dull and cloudy November in mainland Europe, the end of autumn in Malta is like a long summer. Tourists love that they can change their jackets for summer clothes and enjoy walks by the sea.In November, most of the holidaymakers on the island are elderly Europeans who have come to admire the seascapes and sights of Malta.
December
Water and air temperature. In December, the air temperature is +15 ... + 17 ° С, and the sea water temperature is +18 ... + 19 ° С. The swimming season is over!
Weather. During the mild Mediterranean winter, clear days alternate with cloudy ones. Cold winds blow on the coast, and the sea is often stormy. Daylight hours are small, so it gets dark quickly.
Reviews of tourists. In December, fans of excursions and leisurely promenades by the sea come to Malta. Many are planning a vacation on the island to celebrate Christmas and New Year with friends. Therefore, in the second half of the month, there are noticeably more tourists.
