August weather forecastImtarfa, Malta

Weather in August

Rolling into the climactic phase of the Maltese summer, August in Imtarfa upholds July's high temperatures and long daylight hours. Its signature lies in its exceptionally warm sea profiles that parallels the on-land warmth, inviting locals and tourists to coastal indulgences. As sunshine hours take a small dip and rainfall records a slight trickle, these subtle shifts hint towards the impending transition of seasons. From the hot, dry panoramas of August, the scenery gradually starts to steer towards the cooler, wetter vistas of September.

Temperature

Imtarfa's warmest period falls in July and August, when the average high-temperatures ascend to 30°C (86°F).

Rainfall

January through June, August through December are months with rainfall in Imtarfa. August is the first month it rains in Imtarfa, Malta. Throughout August, in the average 1 rainfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of precipitation. In Imtarfa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80 days and collects up to 499mm (19.65") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F).
Note: Water activities in surface temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are seen as exceptional and extremely agreeable for lengthened time spans.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Imtarfa is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CEST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Imtarfa is 11h.

UV index

In Imtarfa, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 9 transforms into the following instructions:
Always safeguard yourself; without protection, skin and eyes can get damaged instantly. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Despite the cloudy weather, sunscreen with a sun protection factor of at least 30 should be liberally applied and reapplied, including after a swim or outdoor activity. Attention! The reflection of both water and sand can increase the intensity of UV rays.