Planning a trip to Malta in December? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +63°F and approximately 5 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 16 rainy days and 70 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
December is usually the driest month of the year in Malta
Average weather
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+63°F
Avg. max. temperature
+45°F
Min.
+75°F
Max.
70 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
7 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Malta has good weather in December.
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Average temperature in Malta in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Malta for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +72°F during the day to a minimum of +59°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +64°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 57% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +72°F to +64°F.
Is Malta warm or cold in December?
Malta is typically mild in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +68°F to +63°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +64°F to +59°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how December is compared to other months in Malta:
Water temperature in Malta in December
Water in Malta in December is Fresh. It varies from +62°F to +68°F, with an average of +65°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +63°F.
In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the 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 December?
Water temperature (+65°F) in Malta in December might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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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
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Malta in December
Malta weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+68°F
+63°F
+59°F
Min. temperature
+52°F
+45°F
+45°F
Max. temperature
+86°F
+75°F
+72°F
Rainfall
73 mm
70 mm
58 mm
Wind
6 m/s
7 m/s
6 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+70°F
+65°F
+61°F
Humidity
73%
72%
73%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1017 HPa
1018 HPa
Sunny days
5
5
5
Cloudy days
10
10
11
Rainy days
15
16
16
Snowy days
0
0
0
December weather is still as good as in November.It’s getting colder in December. From +68°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +63°F.As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 73 mm to 70 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 73% to 72%.Winds are stronger in comparison to November, going up from 6 m/s to 7 m/s on average.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 5 sunny days during the month.
Next month (January) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Malta in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 7 m/s getting up to 15 m/s which is quite strong. The wind will cause branches to move and ground debris to fly around.
The average wind speed in Malta is gradually decreasing during December, going from 9 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Malta based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 35% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 45 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 14 mm, which is considered light rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
December is one of the rainiest months in Malta, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Malta wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 50% chance of precipitation and 73 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last December in Malta?
This is the weather in Malta in December 2023:
1 December
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+71°F
2 December
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+72°F
3 December
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+65°F
4 December
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+63°F
5 December
🌧️
+65°F
6 December
☁️
+64°F
7 December
☀️
+63°F
8 December
🌧️
+64°F
9 December
🌧️
+63°F
10 December
☁️
+66°F
11 December
☀️
+66°F
12 December
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+68°F
13 December
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+68°F
14 December
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+67°F
15 December
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+62°F
16 December
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+60°F
17 December
🌧️
+64°F
18 December
🌧️
+62°F
19 December
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+62°F
20 December
☁️
+61°F
21 December
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+63°F
22 December
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+64°F
23 December
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+63°F
24 December
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+63°F
25 December
☁️
+63°F
26 December
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+61°F
27 December
☁️
+61°F
28 December
☁️
+62°F
29 December
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+63°F
30 December
☁️
+64°F
31 December
☀️
+64°F
In December 2023 Malta had 5 sunny days, 21 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +64°F, with an absolute maximum of +72°F and a minimum of +61°F. The average humidity was 73%, with a maximum of 93% and a minimum of 55%. The average wind speed was 7 m/s, with a maximum of 17 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Malta climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Malta in December 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 December:
Is December a good time to visit Malta?
December is a really good time to go to Malta. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Malta.
Can you sunbathe in Malta in December?
December has mild temperatures in Malta. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Malta in December?
In general, you can swim in Malta in December, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +65°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Malta rainy in December?
Malta is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Malta in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Malta in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
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.
