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Best time to visit Malta

Month-by-month weather, crowds, prices, and festival calendar — so you know exactly when to book.

Best time to visit Malta

Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.

Month	Weather	Crowds	Prices	Highlights
January	10-15°C, cool and often rainy with occasional sunshine.	low	low	• Post-Christmas sales • Carnival preparations ⚠ Short daylight hours.
February	11-16°C, mild with frequent rain and wind, but also sunny spells.	low	low	• Malta Carnival (late Feb) • Valletta Baroque Festival ⚠ Can be quite windy.
March	12-18°C, increasing sunshine, cooler but less rain than winter.	low	low	• Spring flowers blooming • Early season exploration ⚠ Sea is still too cold for swimming.
April	15-21°C, pleasant with plenty of sun and fewer showers.	moderate	moderate	• Easter celebrations • Outdoor activities become comfortable ⚠ Still a chance of occasional rain.
May	18-25°C, warm and sunny with minimal rain.	moderate	moderate	• Ideal beach weather begins • Isle of MTV Malta (late May/early June) ⚠ Start of the tourist season.
June	22-30°C, hot and sunny with very little rain.	high	high	• Long daylight hours • Vibrant nightlife • Warm sea temperatures ⚠ Can already feel quite hot.
July	26-33°C, very hot and sunny, minimal humidity.	peak	peak	• Peak beach and swimming season • Festivals and village feasts ⚠ Extreme heat is common; seek shade and stay hydrated.
August	27-34°C, hottest month, intensely sunny, very little rain.	peak	peak	• Village feasts (festi) in full swing • Best for late-night outdoor dining ⚠ Very hot, many locals leave the island for cooler climes, but tourists are at their peak.
September	23-30°C, still warm and sunny, but less intense heat than August.	high	high	• Sea is at its warmest • Post-peak season deals start appearing late month ⚠ Still feels like summer.
October	19-26°C, pleasant and sunny with occasional autumn showers.	moderate	moderate	• Comfortable for sightseeing • Wine harvest season ⚠ Sea remains warm enough for swimming early in the month.
November	15-21°C, mild but increasingly prone to rain and wind.	low	low	• Less crowded historical sites • Off-season prices ⚠ Rainy days are common.
December	11-17°C, cool with a higher chance of rain and wind, but also crisp sunny days.	low	moderate	• Christmas markets and decorations • New Year's Eve celebrations ⚠ Daylight hours are short.

Annual events worth timing your trip around

February

Malta Carnival

A vibrant celebration with parades, costumes, and street parties, especially in Valletta and Nadur (Gozo).

June

Isle of MTV Malta

A free, open-air music festival in Valletta featuring international and local artists.

July

Festival tal-Festa (Village Feasts)

Each village celebrates its patron saint with processions, music, fireworks, and food stalls throughout the summer.

October

Notte Bianca

Valletta stays open all night with cultural activities, music, and art installations in its streets and museums.

September

Malta International Airshow

A spectacular display of aerial acrobatics and military aircraft over the skies of Malta.

December

Christmas in Malta

The islands are adorned with festive lights, Nativity scenes (presepji), and Christmas markets.

Insider timing tips

•August is intensely hot and can be overwhelming for sightseeing, despite the lively village feasts. Locals often leave the cities for cooler coastal areas or islands.
•The shoulder months of May, June, September, and October offer the best balance of warm weather, comfortable crowds, and reasonable prices, with the sea still warm enough for swimming.
•While winter is mild, it's also the wettest season. Days are short, and many outdoor activities are limited by weather and daylight.
•Malta experiences peak tourist numbers and prices in July and August due to summer holidays, but the 'shoulder' summer months of June and September offer similar weather with slightly fewer crowds and potentially better value.
•Village feasts (festi) are a major cultural highlight from May to September, offering a glimpse into local traditions, but can also mean significant noise and road closures in affected towns.