AI-generatedRabat, Malta at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Oct
- Warmest month
- Aug · 29°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.5°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,320 h
- Rain a year
- 386 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 94 m
Climate in Rabat, Malta
Rabat, Malta has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 29 °C, while February is the coolest at 15 °C. With around 3,320 hours of sunshine a year, Rabat, Malta is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 12.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Rabat, Malta
The best time to visit Rabat, Malta is from June to October. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from September to June. The wettest month is November with 77 mm of precipitation.
Rabat, Malta through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Rabat, Malta in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 17–22 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 9.6 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days in all
Rabat, Malta in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 26–29 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 12.1 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Rabat, Malta in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 21–27 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days in all
Rabat, Malta in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 15–17 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Sep – Jun
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: July – September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: June – October
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 20°
- Midday, 13:00: about 24°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 22°
- Night, 23:00: about 21°
07:0918:29
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:53–07:43 · evening 17:54–18:45
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:43–06:53 · evening 18:45–18:54
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Rabat, Malta compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 26° at the start of the month to 22° at the end. The sea cools from 25° to 23°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 26° | 22° |
| Night-time low | 21° | 18° |
| Sea | 25° | 23° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.8 h |
What is the weather like in Rabat, Malta in October?
In October, Rabat, Malta is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 23.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 54 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Rabat, Malta.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 20 min07:09 – 18:29
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 11 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 27 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 38 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %88 %
- Seaweight 25 %99 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %78 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %82 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
Compare two months in Rabat, Malta
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Rabat, Malta: score 100 against 88. In July, days are 5 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 1 °C warmer in July. July has 7 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 5 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 88 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 24° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 23° |
| Sea | 23.9° | 25.2° |
| Sunshine | 7.7 h | 12.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 7 | 0better |
| Rainfall | 54 mm | 0 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 11better | 29 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Rabat, Malta month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
23January16° · Sea 16° · 6.2 h
In January, Rabat, Malta is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 16.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 53 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 35 km/h. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Rabat, Malta.
Rabat, Malta in January29February15° · Sea 16° · 7.3 h
In February, Rabat, Malta is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 15.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 50 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 35 km/h. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Rabat, Malta.
Rabat, Malta in February35March17° · Sea 15° · 8.4 h
In March, Rabat, Malta is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 15.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 32 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 34 km/h. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Rabat, Malta.
Rabat, Malta in March40April19° · Sea 16° · 9.6 h
In April, Rabat, Malta is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 12 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Rabat, Malta.
Rabat, Malta in April62May22° · Sea 19° · 10.9 h
In May, Rabat, Malta is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 10.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Rabat, Malta.
Rabat, Malta in May94June26° · Sea 22° · 12.4 h
In June, Rabat, Malta is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 22.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 12.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Rabat, Malta.
Rabat, Malta in June100July29° · Sea 25° · 12.3 h
In July, Rabat, Malta is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 25.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 12.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Rabat, Malta.
Rabat, Malta in July100August29° · Sea 27° · 11.6 h
In August, Rabat, Malta is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Rabat, Malta.
Rabat, Malta in August100September27° · Sea 26° · 10.0 h
In September, Rabat, Malta is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 30 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Rabat, Malta.
Rabat, Malta in September88October24° · Sea 24° · 7.7 h
In October, Rabat, Malta is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 23.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 54 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Rabat, Malta.
Rabat, Malta in October50November21° · Sea 21° · 6.7 h
In November, Rabat, Malta is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 21.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 77 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Rabat, Malta.
Rabat, Malta in November26December17° · Sea 18° · 5.8 h
In December, Rabat, Malta is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 67 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 35 km/h. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Rabat, Malta.
Rabat, Malta in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Rabat, Malta
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 19°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 11 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (11°), the warmest in August (24°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in May and from October to November. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 112 days a year, mostly from June to September.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 23 | 16° | 12° | 16.3° | 6.2 h | 9 | 53 |
| FebruaryFeb | 29 | 15° | 11° | 15.5° | 7.3 h | 8 | 50 |
| MarchMar | 35 | 17° | 12° | 15.3° | 8.4 h | 6 | 32 |
| AprilApr | 40 | 19° | 14° | 16.2° | 9.6 h | 3 | 12 |
| MayMay | 62 | 22° | 17° | 18.6° | 10.9 h | 2 | 7 |
| JuneJun | 94 | 26° | 20° | 22.3° | 12.4 h | 1 | 2 |
| JulyJul | 100 | 29° | 23° | 25.2° | 12.3 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 100 | 29° | 24° | 26.5° | 11.6 h | 1 | 3 |
| SeptemberSep | 100 | 27° | 22° | 25.8° | 10.0 h | 4 | 30 |
| OctoberOct | 88 | 24° | 19° | 23.9° | 7.7 h | 7 | 54 |
| NovemberNov | 50 | 21° | 16° | 21.4° | 6.7 h | 10 | 77 |
| DecemberDec | 26 | 17° | 13° | 18.3° | 5.8 h | 10 | 67 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
36.04° N, 14.24° E · 94 m · Europe/Malta
Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Rabat, Malta
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 22.9 – 24.8 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Nov
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Rabat, Malta ranges from 15.3 °C in March to 26.5 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
From November to February the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 25.4 and 27.6 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 16.3° | 15.6° | 17.2° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 15.5° | 14.8° | 16.2° | cold |
| MarchMar | 15.3° | 14.7° | 15.9° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.2° | 15.7° | 16.7° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.6° | 17.8° | 19.2° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.3° | 21.3° | 23.3° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.2° | 24.0° | 26.4° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.5° | 25.4° | 27.6° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 25.8° | 24.5° | 27.2° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 23.9° | 22.9° | 24.8° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 21.4° | 20.2° | 22.3° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 18.3° | 17.5° | 19.1° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Rabat, Malta
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.7 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Rabat, Malta, 68 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Rabat, Malta: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Rabat, Malta has about 7 rainy days with 54 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Rabat, Malta
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 5 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 11).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 25 min
- Fair skin
- about 35 min
- Light brown skin
- about 45 min
- Olive skin
- about 60 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Rabat, Malta
How breezy and how cloudy Rabat, Malta is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Rabat, Malta typically peaks at 27 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 38 % of the sky over Rabat, Malta: mostly sunny, with about 7.7 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Rabat, Malta
How often the day gets hot in Rabat, Malta (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Rabat, Malta has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 24 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
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Rabat, Malta in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Rabat, Malta has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 25).
- 39
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 9.2 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 68
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 11.2 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 100
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 11.8 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 88
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 25
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h
- Distance
- 2,070 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Malta
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Languages
- Maltese, English
- Sockets
- Type G · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the left
- Dialling code
- +356
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs fit
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Rabat vs Mġarr
In October the holiday weather in Rabat and Mġarr is about equally good (score 88 vs 86). During the day it is about as warm in Mġarr as in Rabat. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Rabat | Mġarr |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 88 | 86 |
| Daytime high | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 24° | 24° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 7 | 7 |
| Best time | Jun – Oct | Jun – Oct |
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In October, Rabat ranks 5 of 7 destinations in this country.
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Frequently asked questions about Rabat, Malta
When is the best time to visit Rabat, Malta?
The best time to visit Rabat, Malta is from June to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Rabat, Malta?
The sea temperature in Rabat, Malta ranges from 15.3 °C in March to 26.5 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
Can you swim in Rabat, Malta in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 23.9 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Rabat, Malta?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 29 °C and nights around 24 °C. February is the coolest month at 15 °C.
When does it rain most in Rabat, Malta?
The wettest month is November with 77 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 0 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Rabat, Malta get?
Rabat, Malta gets around 3,320 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 12.4 hours a day; in December there are 5.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Rabat, Malta in?
Rabat, Malta is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Rabat, Malta?
A nonstop flight from London to Rabat, Malta takes about 3 h, for a straight-line distance of about 2,070 km.
Which school holidays are best for Rabat, Malta?
Rabat, Malta has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 25). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 39, May half-term 68, summer holidays 100, October half-term 88, Christmas holidays 25.