Malta in January
Quiet islands and mild winter days
The short answer
January is a reasonable month in Malta — with trade-offs.
January is one of Malta’s quieter months, with mild temperatures compared with much of Europe. Expect a mix of sunshine, cloudy days and rain, making it better for historic towns and museums than a traditional beach holiday.
January in detail
What January actually feels like
- Weather
- 10–16°C
- Quiet islands and mild winter days
- Crowds
- Low
- Low
- Prices
- €
- €
+Low visitor numbers and generally better value
–Unpredictable weather and cold swimming conditions
My tip for January
Pack layers and a waterproof jacket for changeable weather.
- Budget travel
- history
How January compares
Against the other eleven months
12th of 12 overall in Malta, 11th for weather, 1st for space, 1st for value. It is the emptiest month of the year; and it's also the best value.
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