Malta in May
Warm days before peak summer
The short answer
May is one of the best months to visit Malta.
May is one of Malta’s best all-round months, with plenty of sunshine and warm conditions for outdoor activities. Swimming becomes more appealing, although the sea is usually cooler than later in summer.
8.8/10 overall16–24°CModerate crowds€€
Weather8.8/10
Crowds6.8/10
Prices€€
Events8/10
May in detail
What May actually feels like
- Weather
- 16–24°C
- Warm days before peak summer
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Moderate
- Prices
- €€
- €€
+Warm weather without peak-summer heat
–Visitor numbers and prices begin to rise
My tip for May
Book popular accommodation early if your trip overlaps with a public holiday or major event.
- Sightseeing
- outdoor activities
How May compares
Against the other eleven months
2nd of 12 overall in Malta, 5th for weather, 8th for space, 8th for value. The emptiest month is January; the best value is January.
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What’s on in Malta in May
- Historic cities and outdoor exploring
- Explore Valletta’s architecture, Mdina’s narrow streets and Gozo’s historic sites when daytime temperatures are generally more comfortable for walking. Spring usually brings greener landscapes, while autumn can still offer warm days and pleasant coastal conditions.
- 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.
March–May and October–November
February–September
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