Valletta weather
Ten-year climate averages, month by month
Valletta in september
Current month averages, based on ten years of records. Read the full guide →
Valletta is the fortified capital of Malta, a UNESCO World Heritage city and one of Europe's warmest winter destinations — a mild Mediterranean climate keeps daytime temperatures well above 15°C even in January.
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Valletta weather by month
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Valletta weather — FAQ
Q01What is the ideal season to travel to Valletta?
What is the ideal season to travel to Valletta?
The best months to visit Valletta are April, May, June, September. Late April warms sea to 19C just as Mnajdra temple aligns with equinox sunrise and carob trees flower across Dingli Cliffs before summer crowds land.
Q02When does Valletta reach its peak summer heat?
When does Valletta reach its peak summer heat?
August runs the highest averages in Valletta, with typical daytime highs of 30°C (86°F). August xlokk winds push 40C from Sahara; locals swim at Ghar Lapsi rock pools at dawn and eat pastizzi in shaded Valletta backstreets after 9pm.
Q03When is winter at its deepest in Valletta?
When is winter at its deepest in Valletta?
January brings the lowest averages, with daytime highs near 15°C (59°F). January storms hit Gozo hard with 100kmh gusts closing the Cirkewwa ferry; Comino is unreachable but Mdina at dusk is empty and cinematic.
Q04What is the wettest time of year in Valletta?
What is the wettest time of year in Valletta?
November typically records the highest monthly rainfall — around 75mm on average. November-December short violent storms flood Msida roundabout in 30 minutes; drainage predates the British and roads become torrents briefly.
Q05What kind of climate does Valletta have?
What kind of climate does Valletta have?
Valletta, Malta has warm summers, mild winters. Malta operates on village festas: every parish erupts one summer weekend with band clubs, petards, and rival pyrotechnic teams competing. Ftira sandwich at Nenu the Artisan Baker in Valletta beats any tourist restaurant. The Three Cities across the harbor from Valletta are what Valletta was before cruise ships; take the dghajsa water taxi from Customs House for two euros. Gozo runs on its own slower clock, and Sundays mean rabbit stew. You can read the detailed month-by-month breakdown on this page.
