☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 30°C
Yes, absolutely! With temperatures averaging 30°C, it's hot and perfect for beach holidays. Malta in August has an average air temperature of 30°C with sea temperatures around 27°C. You can expect 12 hours of sunshine per day and 5mm of rainfall, which means virtually no rain — bone-dry conditions.
At 27°C the sea is like a warm bath — perfect for swimming, snorkelling, and diving. With 12 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Pack light clothing, high-SPF sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and swimwear. Stay hydrated.
Malta is one of the top warm destinations for August holidays from the UK. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Malta stacks up against similar destinations in August:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malta | 30°C | 27°C | 5mm | 12h |
| Barbados | 30°C | 28°C | 140mm | 8h |
| Belize | 30°C | 29°C | 150mm | 7h |
| Bodrum | 30°C | 27°C | 1mm | 12h |
| Hawaii | 30°C | 27°C | 15mm | 10h |
| Jamaica | 30°C | 29°C | 70mm | 8h |
See how Malta's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Malta in August has average temperatures of 30°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 27°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 27°C is very comfortable for swimming.
Pack light clothing, high-SPF sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and swimwear. Stay hydrated.
August is an excellent time to visit Malta with warm weather and 12 hours of daily sunshine.
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