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Malta Weather - What Makes Malta the Perfect Holiday Destination
With
the lush and ambient climate of the Mediterranean, Malta weather is
pleasant all throughout the year. This pleasant weather, aside from
the very popular attractions in the islands and its beauty in
itself, makes Malta a great destination for that ultimate holiday.
Malta weather is distinctly Mediterranean. As in many other
Mediterranean islands, the weather patterns in Malta are influence
strongly by the sea - with long, dry and hot summer days and short,
mildly cool winters.
During the summer months, temperature in Malta can reach as high as
30 degrees centigrade as the hot sirocco winds from North Africa
blow across the seas in Malta. It often becomes quite hot even in
the sheltered areas. Mid-summer shine can be enjoyed for twelve
hours each day with occasional sea breeze pleasantly taking the edge
off the strong heat. During the peaks summer months, temperatures
may be uncomfortable especially with young children, so make sure
you load on lots of sun block and become protected.
Winter months in Malta are subtly mild, with its temperatures not
reaching below 15 degrees centigrade. In these cold months, sunshine
can still be enjoyed 5 to 6 hours a day. A few people still pick up
some nice tan during these cool winter months even without the usual
heat. Snow does not fall in Malta, although strong winds from
central Europe may bring chilly spells.
The annual average rainfall for Malta weather is only 58cm. This
means that rainfall does not unnecessarily pour in Malta. Although
rains are usually heaviest between November and February, rainfall
is rarely ever a major concern. There is a short sea stretch from
the northern part of Africa so that very little moisture is brought
to the islands. Even if the average rainfall is relatively low, it
is still enough to suffice the needs of the islands. Thunderstorms
occasionally happen from September to February. Rainfall is rare
during the summer months so the landscape may expectedly be parched
as you stroll along Malta's beautiful countryside.
The ideal Malta weather makes it ever popular as a vacation spot.
Peak tourist season is usually between July and August (spring and
autumn) where you can bask on the Mediterranean heat. If you want to
avoid the crowd and the intense heat, you can visit between February
to June. During these months, Malta weather is particularly warm yet
very pleasant. Resorts have also not become too hectic and crowded.
Hotels usually offer cheaper rates during these off peak months.
With Malta weather, it is not surprising why more and more people
from all over visit Malta to enjoy its warm weather and to escape
the long and oftentimes harsh winter season in the rest of Europe.
With its perfect weather, historic sites, rich culture and heritage,
impressive nightlife, Malta has fast grown to be one of the best, if
not the best, Mediterranean destination today.
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