Malta — Comino & Gozo
Beginner-friendly
Best conditions around August 3
Walled-city Valletta, glass-clear Med water, short hops between Malta, Gozo and Comino.
Best time to sail
Best time to sail in Malta
The best time to sail in Malta is April to December, with peak conditions in May and October.
That verdict comes from 1991–2020 climate normals — wind, rain, sunshine, and air temperature — scored week by week for charter conditions across 1 sailing area.
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Sailing conditions in Malta, month by month
Mean weekly values across our sailing areas in Malta. The sail score weighs wind, rain, sun, and temperature — and discounts tropical-storm season where one applies.
Temperature (°C)
- Air
- Water
Wind (kn)
Rain (mm/day)
Sun (h/day)
| Month | Sail score | Wind (kn) | Rain (mm/day) | Sun (h/day) | Temp (°C) | Water (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Fair | 14 | 1.7 | 12 | 14 | 17 |
| February | Fair | 14 | 1.5 | 12 | 13 | 16 |
| March | Fair | 13 | 1.2 | 12 | 14 | 16 |
| April | Excellent | 13 | 0.6 | 12 | 16 | 17 |
| May | Excellent | 11 | 0.3 | 12 | 19 | 19 |
| June | Excellent | 9 | 0.1 | 12 | 23 | 24 |
| July | Excellent | 8 | 0.1 | 12 | 26 | 27 |
| August | Excellent | 8 | 0.1 | 12 | 27 | 27 |
| September | Excellent | 9 | 0.9 | 12 | 25 | 27 |
| October | Excellent | 11 | 2.3 | 12 | 22 | 24 |
| November | Excellent | 13 | 2.6 | 12 | 18 | 22 |
| December | Excellent | 15 | 2.4 | 12 | 15 | 19 |
Sailing areas in Malta
Every area below is scored individually in the interactive calendar; where we have an in-depth guide, it's linked.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to sail in Malta?
April to December offers the most reliable conditions, with May and October scoring best for wind, rain, sunshine, and temperature in the 1991–2020 climate normals.
When is the cheapest time to charter in Malta?
The shoulder months — April and December — usually combine good sailing conditions with fewer crowds and lower charter prices than the peak in May and October.
How warm is it in Malta in May?
Around 19 °C air temperature on average in May, with about 12 hours of sun a day.
How warm is the water in Malta in May?
Around 19 °C sea-surface temperature on average in May, based on 2023–2025 marine averages.