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Best time to visit Valletta
Month-by-month weather, crowds, prices, and festival calendar — so you know exactly when to book.
Best time to visit Valletta, Malta
Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.
| Month | Score | Weather | Crowds | Prices | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10-15°C, mild with frequent rain and wind | low | low |
⚠ Can be quite windy and wet. | |
| February | 10-15°C, mild with occasional rain | low | low |
⚠ Carnival week can see higher local crowds. | |
| March | 12-17°C, pleasant with increasing sunshine | low | low |
⚠ Weather is variable, but generally improving. | |
| April | 15-20°C, sunny with occasional spring showers | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Easter week can be busy with local and religious tourism. | |
| May | 19-25°C, warm and sunny | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Sea temperature is still cool for swimming. | |
| June | 23-29°C, hot and sunny | high | high |
⚠ Can start to feel very hot by the end of the month. | |
| July | 27-33°C, very hot and sunny | peak | peak |
⚠ Extremely hot, midday sun is intense. Many locals leave the cities. | |
| August | 28-35°C, extremely hot and humid | peak | peak |
⚠ The hottest month; outdoor sightseeing is challenging. Many businesses close for Ferragosto. | |
| September | 25-30°C, warm and sunny | high | high |
⚠ Still very warm, but more manageable than July/August. | |
| October | 20-26°C, pleasant and sunny with occasional rain | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Rainfall increases towards the end of the month. | |
| November | 15-20°C, mild with increasing chance of rain | low | low |
⚠ Can be windy and wet, similar to March but warmer. | |
| December | 12-17°C, mild with rain and wind | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Christmas week and New Year's Eve see higher prices and crowds. |
Annual events worth timing your trip around
A vibrant and traditional carnival with parades, costumes, and street parties.
Solemn religious processions and festivities across Malta, particularly in Valletta and surrounding towns.
A major free open-air music festival held in the Granaries, attracting international artists.
An internationally acclaimed jazz festival held at the Ta' Liesse church in Valletta.
Traditional village festivals celebrating patron saints with fireworks, music, and processions.
Valletta stays open all night with free cultural activities, music, and performances across the city.
A spectacular aerial display held near the airport, often drawing large crowds.
Festive markets pop up in Valletta offering crafts, food, and seasonal cheer.
Insider timing tips
- •August is exceptionally hot and humid, making extensive outdoor sightseeing uncomfortable. Many Maltese also take their holidays during this month, leading to some business closures.
- •The shoulder months of May, June, September, and October offer the best balance of pleasant weather, warm seas, and manageable crowds before or after the peak summer intensity.
- •While summer offers the best beach weather, the intense heat and high prices in July and August are significant drawbacks. Consider the end of June or early September for similar warmth with slightly fewer crowds and lower prices.
- •Malta's religious heritage means significant local observance during Easter week, which can impact opening hours and lead to higher domestic tourist numbers.
- •February's Carnival is a lively local event; while not as internationally renowned as some European carnivals, it offers an authentic cultural experience with fewer international tourists than peak summer.
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