The best times to visit Xaghra for ideal weather are

March 19th to June 10th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Xaghra Travel Info

Weather in Xaghra

Temperature

Average temperatures in Xaghra vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 61st percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Xaghra, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid to late August where highs are regularly around 90.4°F (32.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 73.7°F (23.2°C) at night.

Xaghra Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Xaghra Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Xaghra Perceived Temperature (F)

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Xaghra Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Xaghra Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 61 55.6 50.3
Feb 59.9 54 48.4
Mar 62.8 56.5 50.8
Apr 68.4 61.2 55
May 75.7 67.3 60.3
Jun 83.3 74.3 66.7
Jul 89.3 79.8 71.7
Aug 89.3 80.5 73.1
Sep 83.8 76.3 70
Oct 76.7 70.2 64.4
Nov 69.7 63.9 58.4
Dec 63.1 57.5 52.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 16.1 13.1 10.2
Feb 15.5 12.2 9.1
Mar 17.1 13.6 10.4
Apr 20.2 16.2 12.8
May 24.3 19.6 15.7
Jun 28.5 23.5 19.3
Jul 31.8 26.6 22.1
Aug 31.8 26.9 22.8
Sep 28.8 24.6 21.1
Oct 24.8 21.2 18
Nov 20.9 17.7 14.7
Dec 17.3 14.2 11.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Xaghra are July, June, and then May. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid May. For example, on the week of May 7th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early March with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of March 5th.

When can you find snow in Xaghra? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Xaghra.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Xaghra (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 23% 0 2.9
Feb 24% 0 3
Mar 16% 0 2
Apr 7% 0 0.7
May 2% 0 0.2
Jun 1% 0 0.4
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 2% 0 0.3
Sep 9% 0 1.6
Oct 18% 0 3.3
Nov 21% 0 3.4
Dec 20% 0 3.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 23 0 7.4
Feb 24 0 7.6
Mar 16 0 5.1
Apr 7 0 1.8
May 2 0 0.5
Jun 1 0 1
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 2 0 0.8
Sep 9 0 4.1
Oct 18 0 8.4
Nov 21 0 8.6
Dec 20 0 9.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Xaghra has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is July (53.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is March (72.4%).

Wind in Xaghra is usually moderate. The windiest month is March, followed by February and April. March’s average wind speed of around 9.3 knots (10.7 MPH or 17.2 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late January where average top sustained speeds reach 17.8 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Xaghra.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 8.6 Gentle breeze 14.9 Significant breeze
Feb 9.1 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze
Mar 9.3 Gentle breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Apr 8.8 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
May 8.7 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Jun 7.4 Gentle breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Jul 6.4 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Aug 5.8 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Sep 7 Gentle breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Oct 7.2 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Nov 7.9 Gentle breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Dec 8.6 Gentle breeze 14.5 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 71.4%
Feb 68.3%
Mar 72.4%
Apr 68.4%
May 60.2%
Jun 56.7%
Jul 53.7%
Aug 59%
Sep 63.8%
Oct 69.1%
Nov 70%
Dec 67.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Xaghra?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Malta; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 01, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Xaghra, Malta is August, followed by July and March. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Xaghra in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 48.4 in December means 48.4% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Xaghra Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 60.3°F (15.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with 0 to 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Xaghra, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 86.2°F (30.1°C) and 67°F (19.4°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 6 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Xaghra to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 64.4°F (18°C) and 59°F (15°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 7 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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