The Best Time to Visit Malta

Situated in the southern Mediterranean Sea south of Sicily, the island nation of Malta is a year-round tourist destination.

Tourists are drawn here by its sunny climate, averaging 300 days of sunshine a year.

Maltese summers feature intense crowds and high temperatures, while winters can be cold and windy.

For visitors who want a combination of mild temperatures and less dense crowds, the months of May, September and October are the best times to visit Malta.

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Weather

Summers in Malta are sunny and, depending on your heat tolerance, incessantly hot, with temperatures reaching 80 degrees Fahrenheit and often much higher.

This is the best time to visit for beach lovers, which is why the islands are so crowded in June, July, and August.

Late fall and winter can be cold, with temperatures in the 50s and 60s. November, December, and January are the rainiest months, although the rains in Malta are quite rare.

Early spring is still cold enough and too cold for swimming. Late spring, May, along with September and October, are pleasantly warm and sunny.

The hardy can swim in cold seas in May, and the waters are warm enough to swim until October.

Crowds in Malta

If you visit Malta during the summer months, you will find crowded beaches and tourist areas.

Even the Blue Lagoon, Comino's famous bathing area only accessible by boat, can get quite congested in the peak sun season.

The streets of the capital, Valletta, are also filled with visitors for shopping, dining, and, later, the many bars of the historic center.

That's why we like the late spring or early fall of Malta - it's warm enough to enjoy the beautiful seas that surround the islands, but with far fewer crowds to deal with on the beaches and in the urban areas.

Prices in Malta

Compared to much of the rest of Europe, Malta is an affordable destination.

But in the summer, hotels and vacation rentals, flights, and rental cars are valuable. You'll find lower prices on these travel essentials if you're coming at any other time of the year.

The prices of attractions, activities, and restaurants are the same throughout the year.

Key Holidays

If you want to be in Malta, or avoid it, during its most important holidays and events, here are a few to look for:

• Christmas and Easter: Malta is a Catholic country where Christmas and Easter are the most important holiday periods of the year.

Expect crowds and potential attraction and restaurant closures on Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year, as well as Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and Easter Monday.

• Feast of the Assumption or Feast of Saint Mary: This public feast celebrates Saint Mary on August 15 and commemorates a WWII convoy that saved the people of Malta near the end of the war.

Most attractions, shops, and businesses will be closed, although restaurants and bars may remain open.

January

As one of the coldest and wettest months in Malta, January is also one of the least crowded.

January temperatures range from 50 to 60 degrees F (10 C to 16 degrees C), making this month too cold for swimming and sunbathing, but good for visiting museums and archaeological sites.

Events to watch:

• New Year's Day: After the celebration of New Year's Eve, this is a quiet day on the islands.

If you plan to go out for dinner, be sure to confirm with a restaurant in advance, as many will be closed today.

• Valletta Baroque Festival: Located in one of the most baroque cities in Europe, the Valletta International Baroque Festival invites world-class musicians to perform in the capital's many baroque palaces, churches, and theaters.

February

You'll find February weather and crowds just like January. February in Malta is an attractive time to relax, sunbathe on a mild day, and enjoy the country's many cultural attractions.

Events to watch:

• Feast of the Shipwreck of Saint Paul: According to the Bible, Saint Paul was shipwrecked in Malta in 60 AD. and introduced Christianity to the islands.

The event is held on February 10, mainly in Valletta, where there are masses, religious processions, and a great fireworks display over the Grand Harbor.

Many deals are closing today, so please confirm in advance for restaurants.

• Carnival: The pre-Lenten carnival festival is big business in predominantly Catholic Malta. Expect to see lots of costumed revelers and if you hit the streets after dark be sure to wear some colorful carnival costumes. Valletta and Paceville are the main points of the carnival. The party ends on Shrove Tuesday, the day before Ash Wednesday.

March

Spring in Malta begins with a cool March, which has temperatures only slightly warmer (51 to 63 degrees F / 11 to 17 degrees C) than January and February.

It rains less this month as things start to dry out for Malta's long, arid summer.

March is usually too cold to go to the beach or swim, although you may see some locals and visitors dipping their feet in the water.

As Lent takes place during much of March, you can find a moderate atmosphere on all the islands.

Events to watch:

• Feast of Saint Joseph: March 19, Saint Joseph's Day, is a public holiday in Malta, so government offices and many businesses will be closed.

Most Maltese go to mass today and there is a night procession in Rabat.

• Easter / Holy Week: In late March or early April, Easter celebrations begin on Good Friday, with elaborate Easter parades in Qormi and Vittoriosa.

Vittoriosa also has a large parade on Easter Sunday, which is a particularly festive day here after the quiet period of Lent.

Throughout Easter, but especially on Easter Sunday and Monday, confirm that restaurants or any other place you want to visit will be open.

• Freedom Day: March 31, Malta's Freedom Day, marks the 1979 departure of British forces from Malta.

It is a holiday when many businesses and attractions will be closed. Large crowds gather for the regattas in Greater Porto.

April

April is a bit warmer and drier than March, heralding the imminent arrival of summer. While it may not be a beachy atmosphere, a number of lively festivals make this a great time to visit. When Easter falls in April, the island is full of visitors.

Events to watch:

• Strawberry Festival: In the village of Mgarr, the Festa Frawli, or Strawberry Festival, takes place in early April.

Local strawberries are available for purchase and served in a variety of savory desserts.

There are contests and entertainment at this popular event with locals and tourists alike.

• Malta International Fireworks Festival: Spend a little time in Malta and you'll soon find that the country likes to celebrate with fireworks, and never more than at the International Fireworks Festival, which takes place at the end of April.

There are nightly fireworks shows all over the island, especially in Greater Porto.

• InClassica: The best contemporary classical musicians come from all over the world to perform at the InClassica music festival, which runs from late April to May.

The concerts take place at the Mediterranean Conference Center in Valletta and in smaller venues on the islands.

May

For that ideal location with good weather and light crowds, May is one of the best months to visit Malta.

Daytime temperatures range between 70 and 70 degrees and rainfall is practically non-existent.

It's not a busy month for festivals or events, which means you'll find the island laid-back before the summer crowds arrive.

Events to watch:

• Labor Day: Called Labor Day elsewhere, May 1 is Labor Day, a public holiday in Malta. The day also commemorates Malta's full membership in the European Union. Most businesses will be closed and there may be small celebrations and concerts.

June

Summer comes with a bang in June when the crowds, heat, and sun begin to rise.

It's a fun time to be here if you don't mind having a lot of company or want to hit the beaches before the worst of summer hits in July and August.

Events to watch:

• Sette Giugno: This national holiday commemorates a 1919 mutiny against British colonizing troops that left four Maltese citizens dead and ushered in the movement towards Malta's independence. Expect celebrations at Palace Square in Valletta and most establishments close.
• Malta International Arts Festival: From mid-June to July, the Malta International Arts Festival celebrates modern and traditional theater, dance, music, and art at venues across the country.
• Feast of Saint Peter and Saint Paul: In Nadur, Gozo, the two most important Catholic saints are celebrated on June 29, with popular songs and processions, and lots of fried rabbit, a local specialty. This is a public holiday, so many businesses across the country will be closed.

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