Is March a good time to visit Malta?

March is not an optimal month for Malta (Score: 63/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, and October.

How warm is it in Malta in March?

In March, Malta sees daily highs of 17°C. Nights cool to 11°C, with a daily average of 14°C.

How much rain falls in Malta in March?

In March, Malta receives an average of 40 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.

How many sunshine hours does Malta get in March?

Malta averages 8 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.

How warm is the water in Malta in March?

Water temperature in Malta in March averages 15°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.

Malta · March

Low season

Malta · Europe

Max Temp

17°C

Min Temp

11.1°C

Sunshine

8.2 h/day

Rain Days

4 days

Water Temp

15.3°C

Rainfall

40.4 mm

Humidity

77%

Avg Temp

13.9°C

Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.

March in Malta at 17°C is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are May, June, July, August, September, and October.

Daytime temperatures reach up to 17°C, cooling to 11°C at night (daily average: 14°C). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 40 mm total. At 15°C, the water is still quite cool in March — a wetsuit may be useful.

Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.

Packing list for Malta in March

Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
Leichte Jacke
Sonnencreme LSF 50
Sonnenbrille
Sonnenhut
Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
Reiseapotheke

Frequently Asked Questions

Is March a good time to visit Malta?: March is not an optimal month for Malta (Score: 63/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, and October.
How warm is it in Malta in March?: In March, Malta sees daily highs of 17°C. Nights cool to 11°C, with a daily average of 14°C.
How much rain falls in Malta in March?: In March, Malta receives an average of 40 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
How many sunshine hours does Malta get in March?: Malta averages 8 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.
How warm is the water in Malta in March?: Water temperature in Malta in March averages 15°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.