Geography of Malta
Geography of Malta: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Malta
Sicily is 121 mi to the north, Mount Etna is 131 mi to the north, Tunisia is 249 mi to the west and Capri is 322 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 35°53′56″N 14°30′52.6″E (35.8989, 14.5146)
Quick facts about Malta
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 35°53′56″N 14°30′52.6″E (35.8989, 14.5146) |
| Capital | Valletta |
| Population | 540.000 |
| Area | 122 sq mi |
| ISO code | MT |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | MLT |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Languages | Maltese, English |
| Calling code | +356 |
| Time zone | Europe/Malta |
| Local time | 12:47 PM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, July and September |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Summary
Malta is a country in Europe. Malta is a country in Europe with its capital at Valletta. It has a population of about 540.000. The capital is Valletta.
Right now it is 78°F (26°C) in Malta with partly cloudy. It feels like 78°F. Today runs from 64°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Malta is April, May, June, July and September. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 91°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 54°F.
Nearby highlights include Sicily and Mount Etna.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 78°F is in line with the 78°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Malta today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Malta month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62° | 55° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 62° | 54° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 65° | 56° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 69° | 58° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 76° | 64° | 1,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 87° | 72° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 91° | 77° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 91° | 78° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 85° | 74° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 78° | 69° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 71° | 63° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 64° | 57° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Malta?
Malta is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 35.8989, 14.5146. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Malta right now?
It is currently 78°F (26°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 49% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Malta?
April, May, June, July and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Malta, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Malta in?
Malta observes Europe/Malta (UTC+02:00). The local time is 12:47 PM.
How many people live in Malta?
Malta has a population of approximately 540.000.
What are the top things to do in Malta?
Popular options include Sicily and Mount Etna.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 5, 2026 at 12:47 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
