Lifestyle
Malta — Living: Climate
Malta averages 19.5°C over the year and about 473 mm of precipitation (national averages for 1991-2020, World Bank Climate Change Knowledge Portal, CRU TS 4.07 data), with August the warmest month and February the coolest.
VerifiedGovernment / official sourceWorld Bank — Climate Change Knowledge Portal (CRU TS 4.07 climate normals, 1991-2020)Last reviewed: 2026-10-18
Key facts
- Average annual temperature: 19.5°C (national average, 1991-2020)
- Warmest month: August, 27.5°C on average
- Coolest month: February, 12.6°C on average
- Average annual precipitation: 473 mm (1991-2020)
- Wettest month: December, 87 mm on average
- Driest month: July, 0 mm on average
Steps
- Understanding the Climate — Malta's climate is characterized by mild winters and hot, dry summers. It's essential to consider the climate when planning daily activities, especially during the peak summer months.
Monthly averages, 1991-2020 (national)
January: 12.8°C, 77 mm February: 12.6°C, 55 mm March: 14.3°C, 35 mm April: 16.6°C, 18 mm May: 20.0°C, 8 mm June: 24.1°C, 2 mm July: 26.9°C, 0 mm August: 27.5°C, 6 mm September: 25.1°C, 40 mm October: 22.1°C, 75 mm November: 18.0°C, 68 mm December: 14.5°C, 87 mm
What these figures do not cover
These are country-wide averages. Climate varies a lot between regions, coasts, mountains and cities, and individual years differ from the long-term average. Heat waves, humidity, air quality and seasonal hazards are not covered here.