Weather in Malta in March

Weather Changing Already – Still Cold – Sunny!

What is the weather in Malta in March? The weather starts getting warmer and daylight is longer to enjoy the beauty of Malta. In our opinion it is a good time to come over.

March is still the month of low touristic season so the island will still be fairly quiet. During this time the Maltese also go for their first swim, but the sea will still be cold. March is the month of springtime and hence it will be perfect for a walk in the countryside.

A Quick Look At Malta In March

Weather In Malta In March

Here is what you should know while planning your trip to Malta in March.

• What is the weather like during March?
• Should I come here during this time of the year?
• What should I pack or wear?
• Things to do during this month.
• Top Malta Tours
• Our taughts for weather in March.

Statistics For March

Weather In Malta In March

• Highest Recorded 34°C (92°F) | Lowest Recorded 5°C (41°F)
• Daily Average Highest 18°C (64°F) | Daily Average Lowest 11°C (78°F)
• Daylight Hours of Sunshine 7.3
• UV Index 6 to 7
• Rainfall 38mm (1.5")

Malta Weather Compared to Other European Countries

is it the best time to visit malta?

This depends on whether you love this weather or not. We cannot give you a definite answer as it all depends your reason on visiting Malta. March in Malta is beautiful in every aspect since the weather is neither very cold or very hot.

What Should I Wear & Pack?

Weather In Malta In March

With an average of 9 days of rain and around 7 hours a day of sunshine, the weather during March can sometimes be unpredictable. We recommend packing a good mixture summer and winter clothing and shoes.

• Lighter clothes and a light jacket will be useful as the nights are still relatively fresh. Since the weather can change from night to day we recommend getting a couple of warm jacket.
• No thick clothes are necessary as temperatures start to increase, but bad weather is possible with winds and rain so still be prepared.
• A good pair of water proof shoes is always much better than sandals or sports shoes especially if you intend walking a lot around the historical locations.
• A umbrella is important to get with you for rainy days.
• There can be good sunny days which will make you want to visit one of Malta's beaches and sunbathe for a few hours. The sea temperature is still very cold and could be rough.
• If the hotel you are staying at has an indoor pool, sandals and flip-flops are useful.

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What To Do During March

Weather In Malta In March

• St. Patrick's day is a popular and highly attractive event during March. This event is highly celebrated in Malta with many people going down to Paceville and drinking at the clubs and bars.
• We encourage you to visit and attend one of the events in March.
• Springtime is about to start and the countryside's are bright and green. There are plenty of locations where to go for a peaceful and beautiful walk. Find the best hiking trails around the island.
• If you would like to see the whole island in such as short time we recommend taking the Hop-op-Hop-off. You can either choose the north or south route, night route or Gozo route.
• With village feasts happening all year round, during the month of January there are only a couple of feasts.

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Weather In Malta In March

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Weather In Malta In March

During this month Malta experiences drastic changes in weather. One day it can be stormy and the next day it can be very hot and sunny. During early mornings and late evenings, the weather is still fresh.

Beaches around the island start to be scattered with a few Maltese and tourists who sunbathe or also go for a small swim. The sun during March can be quite strong so with you must get, sunscreen, hat and sun glasses. The UV can already be around 5 to 6.

When the sun is shining, you might want to wear a t-shirt. Still carry a cardigan around your waist just in case you need it. The afternoons will be more hot than the mornings.

Days start to get longer as the sun starts to set after 18.00, with the last week of March setting at 19:00 as the clocks move one hour forward. 

The change of weather from January and February is noticeable as from the morning you will feel that the air is warmer. The Maltese will warm their houses less with fireplaces or heaters as they are not that damp.

Windy days are very possible and quite frequent, so are cloudy days with light and heavy rain.