ERA5 climate grid
Monthly averages describe a broad pattern, not the day you will travel.
Daytime highNighttime low°C
Open-Meteo archive · ERA5 · ERA5 grid near 35.8992, 14.5141 · 2015–2024 daily averages.
Grand Harbour · Malta
Valletta & Grand Harbour in February
Malta in February: a quiet city break with cool, changeable sea weather.
February is one of Malta’s cooler, wetter months, better suited to heritage walks and museums than a guaranteed beach holiday. Valletta, Sliema and Senglea offer different ferry and waterfront access. Check the Carnival programme and ferry service for your dates.
- Daytime high
- 15°ERA5 mean daily high
- Nighttime
- 13°ERA5 mean daily low
- Wet days
- 6days ≥1 mm
- Relative budget
- Moderate
- February timing
- Cool, changeable winterCarnival dates vary
Weather: Open-Meteo archive · ERA5 · ERA5 grid near 35.8992, 14.5141 · 2015–2024 daily averages. Not a forecast. See the annual view
February in context
The weather & the season
See where February sits, then plan for your exact week.
15°February high
Travel seasons
February in the year
Seasonal travel guidance, not measured visitor counts.
JanCool, wetter winter
FebCool, wetter winter
MarSpring
AprSpring
MayEarly summer
JunSummer
JulHot, dry season
AugHot, dry season
SepWarm season
OctAutumn
NovRainier autumn
DecWinter events
Official destination and climate information
Malta’s meteorological service describes a Mediterranean cycle with a wetter winter and dry summer. Valletta’s events programme varies annually; labels are seasonal context, not crowd figures.
Check Carnival dates and routes
Valletta Carnival is an annual event whose programme and street closures vary. Confirm the current dates before choosing a hotel.
Visit Malta · events calendarCheck ferry service before crossing
Wind and sea conditions can affect harbour services. Check the operator’s live notices before relying on a ferry connection.
Transport Malta · sea transportMonthly figures & what they measure
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 15° | 13° | 8.6 |
| Feb | 15° | 13° | 5.7 |
| Mar | 15° | 14° | 5.6 |
| Apr | 16° | 15° | 2.2 |
| May | 19° | 18° | 2.5 |
| Jun | 23° | 22° | 0.8 |
| Jul | 27° | 25° | 0.1 |
| Aug | 27° | 26° | 0.7 |
| Sep | 26° | 24° | 4 |
| Oct | 23° | 22° | 6.2 |
| Nov | 20° | 18° | 10.4 |
| Dec | 17° | 15° | 8.4 |
Daily maximum and minimum air temperatures were averaged by calendar month across 2015–2024 at the requested location. Wet days count daily precipitation totals of at least 1 mm; the ten yearly counts are averaged by month. Open-Meteo serves ERA5 on an approximately 0.25° grid; the returned grid point may differ slightly from requested coordinates. This is model reanalysis, not a station normal or forecast. Malta’s meteorological service describes a Mediterranean cycle with a wetter winter and dry summer. Valletta’s events programme varies annually; labels are seasonal context, not crowd figures.
Towns, neighbourhoods & resort areas
Valletta & Grand Harbour area guide
Choose an area first, then compare its hotels.
These three bases have different day-to-day tradeoffs. Match your accommodation to the sights, transport and outdoor conditions that matter most.
Valletta & Grand Harbour at a glanceChoose a numbered place
Area centres are approximate geographic markers, not hotel entrances. Coastlines and land are generalized; this overview does not show streets or routes.
Natural Earth · public-domain geography
A short city stay centred on architecture and museums.
Compact Baroque streets lead to museums, gardens and harbour overlooks.- Beach & water
- Harbour edge, not a swimming beach.
- Day to day
- Walkable but hilly; ferries connect with Sliema and the Three Cities.
- February trade-off
- Valletta has the main heritage sights and ferry links in a compact walled city, with steep streets and limited car access.
A base with a broader choice of everyday restaurants and hotels.
A built-up promenade district with shops, dining and frequent capital links.- Beach & water
- Rocky shore and lidos; winter swimming depends on weather and operator opening.
- Day to day
- Ferry and buses connect to Valletta; the promenade is long.
- February trade-off
- Sliema has a broader hotel and dining strip across the harbour, with ferry and bus connections to Valletta.
A quieter heritage base across the water from the capital.
Fortified lanes, marina edges and the Inquisitor’s Palace sit opposite Valletta.- Beach & water
- Harbourfront walks, not a beach holiday base.
- Day to day
- Ferry and water taxi access vary with weather and operating hours.
- February trade-off
- Senglea is quieter and offers harbour views, but has fewer services and depends on ferry or bus links.
Stay options for the season
Hotels for a February stay
Compare the pools, setting and seasonal details that matter.
Gardens at Valletta’s gates1 Valletta · Walled capital
The Phoenicia Malta
Gardens and a heated indoor spa pool offer sheltered downtime when February brings wind or showers; the gates of Valletta are close by.
- See seasonal facilities note
- Travellers prioritizing full-service facilities
Compare room type, cancellation terms and festive-week service before booking.
February details & sources
Spa and fitness are generally 16+, with limited children’s wet-zone sessions. Hotel pages give different age cutoffs; confirm family access before booking.
The hotel’s official page should be checked for current pool, spa and seasonal access; no heating or December operation is assumed here.
The Phoenicia Malta · officialArea view · SliemaSliema rooftop hotel2 Sliema · Seafront town
AX The Palace
The Sliema base pairs harbour ferries and dining with a freshwater indoor pool and a heated rooftop pool listed for the winter season.
- See seasonal facilities note
- Travellers prioritizing full-service facilities
Compare room type, cancellation terms and festive-week service before booking.
February details & sources
Rooftop pool hours are 09:30–16:30 in winter and operation is weather permitting; rooftop dining is seasonally closed, so plan indoor meals.
The hotel’s official page should be checked for current pool, spa and seasonal access; no heating or December operation is assumed here.
AX The Palace · official
Senglea harbour boutique3 Senglea (L-Isla) · Historic harbour town
Cugó Gran Macina
A Senglea harbour stay in one of 21 suites suits a quieter Three Cities itinerary, with a shared rooftop pool and ferry links across the harbour.
- See seasonal facilities note
- Travellers prioritizing full-service facilities
Compare room type, cancellation terms and festive-week service before booking.
February details & sources
Marriott lists an outdoor rooftop pool, but no private-pool room type or winter schedule; treat the pool as shared and verify February access.
The hotel’s official page should be checked for current pool, spa and seasonal access; no heating or December operation is assumed here.
Cugó Gran Macina · officialBudget bands describe the properties’ general positioning, not live rates. Check exact dates, room type, cancellation terms and holiday services. Facilities checked 2026-10-30. Research from official hotel pages, not personal reviews.
Before you travel
A few checks before Valletta & Grand Harbour
Entry, health and insurance needs depend on your passport, route, personal circumstances and planned activities. Check the authorities for your own trip.
Passport & visa
Rules depend on passport and route
Malta is in Schengen; passport and visa conditions depend on your nationality and route. Check official health guidance and insurance terms.
Health & medication
Check individual needs
Review routine vaccinations, medication supply, and destination-specific health guidance with a clinician. Winter footing and cold exposure or sea conditions may also affect your plans.
Travel advice & cover
Check before departure
Read current government travel advice and make sure cover matches your activities, transit and medical needs. For seasonal activities, check the operator and local conditions shortly before travel.
Confirm passport validity, visa eligibility and transit rules for your nationality.
Malta is in Schengen; passport and visa conditions depend on your nationality and route. Check official health guidance and insurance terms.
Checked 29 October 2026. Recheck the linked authorities before departure. Health guidance is general; individual advice comes from a qualified health professional.
Before you book
A few February questions
February is for Malta’s towns and history, with rain and sea conditions still possible.
Is Malta warm enough for a beach holiday in February?
It is a cool, changeable month rather than dependable swimming weather. Plan around heritage visits and bring rain protection.
Where should I stay for Valletta?
Valletta is compact and historic; Sliema has a wider hotel strip and regular harbour connections; Senglea is quieter.
When is Carnival?
The dates move annually and the programme can include street closures. Check the official Malta events calendar for your year.
Are harbour ferries reliable in winter?
They operate on published schedules but wind and sea conditions can affect services. Check live operator notices.
Sources & checks
Weather, areas & hotels
- Open-Meteo · historical weather API
- Malta’s meteorological service describes a Mediterranean cycle wi
- CDC · destination health guidance
- Malta · government travel advice
- Visit Malta · events calendar
- Transport Malta · sea transport
- Valletta & Grand Harbour official visitor guide · Valletta
- Official public transport information
- Valletta & Grand Harbour official visitor guide · Sliema
- Visit Malta · The Three Cities
- The Phoenicia Malta · official services and location
- AX The Palace · official services and location
- Cugó Gran Macina · official services and location
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