Best Time to Visit Valletta, Valletta, Malta
Valletta is at its sunniest and driest in March–August.
The best time to visit Valletta for sunny, dry weather is March–August — 6 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through March–September; the wetter half falls in October–February. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 13°C / 55.4°F in February to 26.8°C / 80.2°F in August, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (July) to 101 mm / 4 in (December). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Valletta, Valletta, Malta's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Valletta's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| March | 14°C57.2°F | 36 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 15.9°C60.6°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 19.5°C67.1°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 23.5°C74.3°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 26.1°C79°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 26.8°C80.2°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Valletta?
The best time to visit Valletta for sunny, dry weather is March, April, May, June, July, August. At the city itself, the warmest month is August averaging 26.8°C / 80.2°F, and the driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Valletta's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Valletta?
The rainy season at Valletta, Valletta runs through October–February, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 43 mm / 1.7 in. The wettest single month is December (101 mm / 4 in).
What is the driest month in Valletta?
The driest month in Valletta is July, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 26.1°C / 79°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Valletta?
The least comfortable months for travel to Valletta — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 101 mm / 4 in in December, and the coldest month averages 13°C / 55.4°F.
Is Valletta climate different from Malta overall?
Yes, usually. Our Valletta figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Malta figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Valletta specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.