Weather in April
April in
Malta welcomes the heart of the spring season, characterized by further increases in temperature and continued reductions in rainfall. Daytime temperatures rise significantly, averaging between 19°C (66.2°F) and 21°C (69.8°F), while nighttime temperatures sit between 12°C (53.6°F) and 14°C (57.2°F). This mild climate results from Malta's strategic location in the central Mediterranean, offering gentle springtime weather.
As spring progresses, rainfall in April drops to an average of 25mm (0.98"), marking a further decline from
March. Rain events become less frequent, and daily sunshine durations extend, averaging about eight hours. The gradual decrease in precipitation and extended sunlight epitomize the transition from winter to spring across the Maltese archipelago.
Valletta, the capital, and other cities within Malta experience similar climatic trends in April, with rising temperatures and dwindling rainfall. The northern island of Gozo continues to maintain slightly cooler and somewhat wetter conditions due to its geographic positioning.
When comparing April to March, it's evident that temperatures rise considerably and rainfall decreases markedly. This trend underscores the shift from early to mid-spring. Looking ahead to
May, temperatures continue to climb while rainfall becomes even more scarce, setting the stage for the summer season. Seawater temperatures in April also begin to increase, ranging from 16°C (60.8°F) to 18°C (64.4°F), slowly becoming more inviting for water-based activities.
- Valletta - April »
In Valletta in April, during 6 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Valletta the average seawater temperature in April is 16.3°C (61.3°F). - Sliema - April »
In Sliema during April, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of precipitation. The most humid month in Sliema is April, with an average relative humidity of 77%. - Fgura - April »
In Fgura, Malta, in April, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation. April is the most humid month in Fgura, with an average relative humidity of 77%. - Saint Paul's Bay - April »
On the first day of April in Saint Paul's Bay, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. In Saint Paul's Bay in April, the average water temperature is 16.3°C (61.3°F). - Paola - April »
On the last day of April, in Paola sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:48 pm CEST. On the first day of April in Paola, Malta, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:23 pm.