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Malta in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Malta in April and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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April

Weather in Malta in April 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Fresh water
Weather for Malta in April is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +17°C during the day, and approximately 11 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 8 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in April around 15 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+17°C
Avg. max. temperature
+9°C
Min.
+31°C
Max.
15 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Malta has good weather in April.

Average temperature in Malta in April

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

The expected average maximum temperature in April is +17°C with a maximum of +19°C and a minimum of +12°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 29% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +17°C to +19°C.

Is Malta warm or cold in April?

Malta is typically mild in April.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +15°C to +17°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +13°C to +15°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Malta:

Water temperature in Malta in April

Water in Malta in April is Fresh. It varies from +15°C to +18°C, with an average of +16°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +17°C.

In April, 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 +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +15°C.

Can you swim in Malta in April?

Water temperature (+16°C) in Malta in April might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°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 April

Malta weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+15°C+17°C+20°C
Min. temperature
+7°C+9°C+13°C
Max. temperature
+26°C+31°C+33°C
Rainfall
29 mm15 mm6 mm
Wind
6 m/s5 m/s5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+15°C+16°C+19°C
Humidity
77%79%81%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1013 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
101116
Cloudy days
111110
Rainy days
1184
Snowy days
000

April often has better weather than March. It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +15°C to +17°C during the day. As April arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 29 mm to 15 mm. Humidity rises from 77% to 79%. Winds are calmer in comparison to March, going down from 6 m/s to 5 m/s on average. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 10 to 11.

May brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 6 m/s getting up to 11 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 April, going from 5 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Malta based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in April is about 15 mm, with a 23% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 5 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 7 rainy days during April, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how April 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 April in Malta?

This is the weather in Malta in April 2023:
1 April
☁️
+17°C
2 April
🌧️
+16°C
3 April
🌧️
+16°C
4 April
☀️
+15°C
5 April
☁️
+15°C
6 April
☀️
+15°C
7 April
☁️
+15°C
8 April
☀️
+16°C
9 April
☀️
+16°C
10 April
☀️
+16°C
11 April
☀️
+16°C
12 April
☀️
+17°C
13 April
☀️
+18°C
14 April
☁️
+16°C
15 April
☁️
+17°C
16 April
☀️
+16°C
17 April
☀️
+16°C
18 April
☀️
+16°C
19 April
☀️
+17°C
20 April
☁️
+17°C
21 April
☁️
+17°C
22 April
☀️
+17°C
23 April
☁️
+17°C
24 April
☀️
+18°C
25 April
☁️
+18°C
26 April
☀️
+18°C
27 April
☀️
+18°C
28 April
☀️
+18°C
29 April
☀️
+18°C
30 April
☁️
+19°C
In April 2023 Malta had 18 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +17°C, with an absolute maximum of +19°C and a minimum of +15°C. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 59%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 15 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Malta climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+19°C) and the highest in 2012 (+25°C). 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 April:

Is April a good time to visit Malta?

April 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 April?

April 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 April?

In general, you can swim in Malta in April, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +16°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Malta rainy in April?

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

Is it sunny in Malta in April?

The amount of sunny days in Malta during April varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

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.