Malta in January: weather, sea & travel advice

Malta in January is especially suited to city breaks and active holidays and hiking. Days are around 15 °C (cool), and the sea is about 16 °C. With about 8 rainy days it is moderate.

Malta · JanuaryPhoto: Julijana Petroska · CC BY-SA 4.0

Day: 15 °C
Night: 14 °C
Sea: 16 °C
Rainy days: 8 rainy days
Sun: 3 h/day
Humidity: 74 %

Suitability by travel type

BeachUnsuitable35/100

City breakGood74/100

ActiveGood73/100

FamilyUnsuitable42/100

In favour

No particular highlights.

To consider

Rather cool at around 15 °C
Sea still cool (16 °C)

All months at a glance

JanLimited52 FebLimited54 MarLimited58 AprLimited64 MayGood76 JunExcellent91 JulExcellent92 AugExcellent90 SepExcellent93 OctExcellent87 NovGood75 DecLimited58

Daytime temperature°C

Rainy daysdays

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Frequently asked questions

How warm is Malta in January?

Daytime highs average around 15 °C, with nights around 14 °C.

Can you swim in Malta in January?

The sea is about 16 °C (cold).

Does it rain a lot in Malta in January?

On the long-term average, expect about 8 rainy days.

When is the best time to visit Malta?

The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.

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