Malta in February
Winter calm with Carnival color
The short answer
February is a reasonable month in Malta — with trade-offs.
February remains quiet and relatively affordable, although rainy and windy days are possible. Carnival brings color and activity to Valletta and other locations when its annual dates fall in this month.
6.2/10 overall10–16°CLow crowds€
Weather5.2/10
Crowds8.8/10
Prices€
Events6.5/10
February in detail
What February actually feels like
- Weather
- 10–16°C
- Winter calm with Carnival color
- Crowds
- Low
- Low
- Prices
- €
- €
+Fewer crowds and seasonal celebrations
–Cool sea temperatures and changeable weather
My tip for February
Check the official Carnival programme before choosing your dates.
- Cultural trips
- budget travel
How February compares
Against the other eleven months
11th of 12 overall in Malta, 10th for weather, 2nd for space, 2nd for value. The emptiest month is January; the best value is January.
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What’s on in Malta in February
- Festivals and Maltese traditions
- Time your visit around Malta’s seasonal cultural calendar, from Carnival in February or March to spring fireworks festivals and summer village festas. Exact dates vary each year, so verify the official programme before booking around a particular event.
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