If you plan to visit Malta in March, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +59°F during the day and approximately 10 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 11 rainy days in the month and around 29 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+59°F
Avg. max. temperature
+45°F
Min.
+79°F
Max.
29 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Malta has OK weather in March.
Average temperature in Malta in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Malta for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +64°F during the day to a minimum of +55°F during the night, the temperature in March averages around +61°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 40% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +59°F to +63°F.
Is Malta warm or cold in March?
Malta is typically mild in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +59°F to +59°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +55°F to +55°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
March is one of the coolest months in Malta, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Malta in March
Water in Malta in March is Cold. It varies from +57°F to +62°F, with an average of +60°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +59°F.
The water temperature in March is one of the coldest 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 March?
We would not recommend swimming in Malta in March, the water is very cold (+60°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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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
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Malta in March
Malta weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+59°F
+59°F
+63°F
Min. temperature
+39°F
+45°F
+48°F
Max. temperature
+72°F
+79°F
+88°F
Rainfall
45 mm
29 mm
15 mm
Wind
6 m/s
6 m/s
5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+60°F
+60°F
+61°F
Humidity
74%
77%
79%
Air pressure
1017 HPa
1015 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
6
10
11
Cloudy days
9
11
11
Rainy days
13
11
8
Snowy days
0
0
0
March typically has worse weather conditions compared to February.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +59°F for average maximum temperature during the day.As March arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 45 mm to 29 mm.Humidity rises from 74% to 77%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 6 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 6 to 10.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in April as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Malta in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 6 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 March, going from 7 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Malta based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 13% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 8 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 4 mm, which is considered light rain.Malta is amazing in March with as little as 4 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, 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 March in Malta?
This is the weather in Malta in March 2023:
1 March
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+59°F
2 March
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+59°F
3 March
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+60°F
4 March
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+57°F
5 March
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+58°F
6 March
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+60°F
7 March
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+59°F
8 March
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+61°F
9 March
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+62°F
10 March
☀️
+63°F
11 March
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+64°F
12 March
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+62°F
13 March
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+61°F
14 March
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+62°F
15 March
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+61°F
16 March
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+60°F
17 March
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+59°F
18 March
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+59°F
19 March
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+61°F
20 March
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+60°F
21 March
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+60°F
22 March
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+60°F
23 March
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+61°F
24 March
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+61°F
25 March
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+62°F
26 March
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+63°F
27 March
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+63°F
28 March
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+61°F
29 March
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+60°F
30 March
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+61°F
31 March
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+63°F
In March 2023 Malta had 20 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +61°F, with an absolute maximum of +64°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 92% and a minimum of 57%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Malta climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Malta in March 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 March:
Is March a good time to visit Malta?
It’s always a good time to visit Malta, but the weather is changeable in March, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Malta in March?
March 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 March?
Swimming in Malta in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Malta rainy in March?
Malta is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Malta in March?
The amount of sunny days in Malta during March varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
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.