Clyde C. Says:
What kind of climate does Malta have?
IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says:
Hi Clyde,
If you crave a European lifestyle but can’t handle freezing cold winters, Malta is the perfect solution.
Winters are mild and rainy, and summers are hot and dry. Spring begins in late February and summer doesn’t end until October. Frost and snow are weather conditions here. Winter rainfall tends to come in heavy bursts over short periods of time. In the winter (November to April) temperatures average 57 F and there is 6.5 hours of daylight.
During the summer, the average is 73 F and daylight increases to 10.5 hours. The waters are blue and cool, and the sun almost always shines.
Malta’s location means delightful, relatively warm winters where you can stroll the streets and explore the countryside in shirt sleeves. High summer can be hot and muggy, but that’s when folks head to the many beaches. On an island this small (122 square miles), you’re never too far from one.
Due to its small size and excellent public transport network, getting around and seeing the sights is easy. Malta also makes an excellent base from which to explore the wider Mediterranean region.
Learn about the climate of Malta in more detail here.
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