What is the weather like in Malta in 2026?

Summers from roughly June through August run hot, bright, and largely rainless. Daytime highs commonly sit in the upper 20s to low 30s °C, with warmer spikes when African air arrives. Winters stay mild by northern European standards: daytime readings often linger in the mid-teens °C, nights cooler but rarely freezing. Most rain concentrates from autumn through early spring. Detail pages: Summer heat, Rain, and Humidity.

Shoulder months in spring and autumn are the sweet spot for many movers: warm sea swimming without peak electricity bills. Winter damp and wind matter more than ice. Stone buildings hold chill at night if you underheat, then bake in August if shutters and AC are weak.

Dense harbour corridors such as Sliema and St Julian’s trap heat between glass towers and traffic: Living in Sliema. Inland towns can feel a touch cooler at night but still share the same island weather system. Gozo often reads as breezier and greener, with village streets that cool faster after sunset: Living in Gozo and Where to live in Malta.

Sirocco (xlokk) spells bring hot, dusty air from North Africa, more often noted around spring and autumn transitions. They are short but memorable: windows shut, cars filmed with grit, outdoor plans cancelled. Northwest winds otherwise dominate much of the year and can make exposed coastal walks feel cooler than inland courtyards.

Budget summer electricity for AC: Utilities, internet, and transport. Prefer flats with shutters, cross-ventilation, and proven fibre for hot-afternoon remote work. Do not assume winter needs zero heating; damp evenings still want a dehumidifier or modest heat. Test laundry drying space, because humid weeks slow clothes on balconies.