What to pack for Valletta in January
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a packable rain layer
Humidity averages 72%; max daily wind around 31 km/h.
How January compares
Best months in Valletta: February–June & September–October & December. See the full best time to visit Valletta guide.
Valletta in January: the details
In January, Valletta sees average daytime highs of 15°C (60°F) and overnight lows of 11°C (53°F). Rainfall totals roughly 37 mm across 8.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 8.7 hours per day with 9.8 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 72%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the 4th-wettest in Valletta. The sunniest month is July (13.9 h/day).
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Valletta, Malta (35.9, 14.51) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Valletta in January?
Daytime highs in Valletta in January average 15°C (60°F); nights drop to about 11°C.
Does it rain in Valletta in January?
Expect around 8.3 rainy days and 37 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Valletta?
January is a good month to visit Valletta. Overall travel score: 8.0/10. The best months are February–June & September–October & December.
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