When Is The Best Time To Visit Malta?

The months of March to May are a great time for holidays in Malta as the weather and temperature are just right so you can explore the capital city of Valletta. If you visit at Easter (something that’s celebrated well in Malta) you’re likely to see  processions, Easter vigils and other traditions that take place during the Holy week.

If you decide to visit Malta between December and February, you should expect the weather to be much cooler but you’ll still usually get blue skies and sunshine. It’s a good time to do some more physical activities like bike rides and mountain climbing. You might want to go a bit earlier in the year as in October they host the Rolex Middle Sea Race – something you really won’t want to miss.

For those who prefer a more relaxing winter break, there are a number of hotels in historic old buildings and you can end your evenings with dinner near the waterfront.

What Is There To Do In Malta?

There is so much to do, you'll be spoilt for choice. Whether you prefer to sit by a pool or on the beach for a week or 2, or explore cities, the Maltese islands can offer you just what you need to relax and unwind.

You'll have a surprisingly big choice of local and well-known chain hotels, with the likes of the 5 star Intercontinental and Hilton hotels available to stay at.

One thing you must check out (for your Instagram feed if nothing else) is St Peter's Pool. It's in the south west of Malta and features an incredibly clear natural pool you can swim or snorkel in.

If it's beaches you love, make sure you head to Mellieha Bay, where you'll find Malta’s longest sandy beach. It's 800m long and can prove to be very popular for tourists. The beach leads into very shallow and surprisingly clear water so it's great for young families to paddle safely.

What should I know before visiting Malta?

For British holidaymakers, the great thing about Malta is that English is so widely spoken. Although the first official language is Maltese, most people speak English.

If you do decide to hire a car while you're there, keep an eye out when driving as some people have found locals' driving to be somewhat erratic at the best of times!

Scuba diving is a popular activity giving you the opportunity to see buried WW2 boats and underground caves.

The tap water is drinkable although might not taste very nice so we suggest stocking up on bottled water whenever you can.

If you feel unwell, thanks to its British history and subsequent agreements, you'll be able to get medical care at no extra cost.