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Malta in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Malta in August will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Malta, based on historical data.
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August

Weather in Malta in August 2025

Great Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Warm water
August is an ideal time to visit Malta if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +81°F and about 28 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 2 mm of precipitation over an average of 1 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the hottest month of the year in Malta;

Average weather

☀️
+81°F
Avg. max. temperature
+70°F
Min.
+108°F
Max.
2 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
28 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
1 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Malta has great weather in August.

Average temperature in Malta in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Malta for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +84°F during the day to a minimum of +75°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +81°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 20% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +82°F to +81°F.

Is Malta warm or cold in August?

Malta is typically warm in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +81°F to +81°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +75°F to +77°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

August is the hottest month in Malta, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Malta in August

Water in Malta in August is Warm. It varies from +76°F to +82°F, with an average of +79°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +81°F.

The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Malta are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +79°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +60°F.

Can you swim in Malta in August?

You can absolutely swim in Malta in August, the water is warm (+79°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.

Climate in Malta in August

Malta weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+81°F+81°F+79°F
Min. temperature
+68°F+70°F+66°F
Max. temperature
+111°F+108°F+99°F
Rainfall
0 mm2 mm33 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+78°F+79°F+78°F
Humidity
80%79%76%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1013 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
302816
Cloudy days
127
Rainy days
017
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as great as in July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +81°F for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 0 mm to 2 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 80% to 79%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 30 sunny days in July to 28 in August.

Next month (September) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

Wind speed in Malta in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 12 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Malta is gradually decreasing during August, going from 7 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

How was the weather last August in Malta?

This is the weather in Malta in August 2023:
1 August
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+82°F
2 August
☀️
+81°F
3 August
☀️
+83°F
4 August
☀️
+83°F
5 August
☀️
+78°F
6 August
☀️
+78°F
7 August
☀️
+78°F
8 August
☀️
+77°F
9 August
☀️
+77°F
10 August
☀️
+77°F
11 August
☀️
+79°F
12 August
☀️
+79°F
13 August
☀️
+80°F
14 August
☀️
+80°F
15 August
☀️
+80°F
16 August
☀️
+80°F
17 August
☀️
+80°F
18 August
☀️
+81°F
19 August
☀️
+82°F
20 August
☀️
+81°F
21 August
☁️
+82°F
22 August
☀️
+82°F
23 August
☀️
+83°F
24 August
☀️
+84°F
25 August
☀️
+83°F
26 August
☀️
+83°F
27 August
☀️
+84°F
28 August
☀️
+84°F
29 August
☀️
+79°F
30 August
☀️
+79°F
31 August
☁️
+80°F
In August 2023 Malta had 29 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +81°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +77°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 64%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Malta climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Malta in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+66°F) and the highest in 2012 (+78°F). The driest year was 1987 with only 209 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1982 with 801 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Malta in August:

Is August a good time to visit Malta?

Yes, August is a great time to go to Malta, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Malta.

Can you sunbathe in Malta in August?

August is warm in Malta. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Malta in August?

Yes, you can swim in Malta in August, the water temperature averaging at +79°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.

Is Malta rainy in August?

Malta is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Malta in August?

Yes, Malta is sunny in August. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

Monthly weather in Malta

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Malta, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.