January
Weather in January
Winter in Qala, Malta is mild compared to many other parts of the world. There is a noticeable shift from the colder temperatures seen in December. The sea temperatures are tepid; they stand at an average of 15.2°C (59.4°F). Despite being deep in winter, daylight hours are not excessively short. Moving into the next month, warmer temperatures begin to manifest along with the promise of longer daylight hours.
Note: A majority do not enjoy swimming in water at 15.8°C (60.4°F). The difficulty in controlling breathing increases progressively as the temperature dips below 21°C (69.8°F).
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of January, in Qala, Malta, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CET.
Sea temperature
In Qala, in January, the average water temperature is 15.8°C (60.4°F).Note: A majority do not enjoy swimming in water at 15.8°C (60.4°F). The difficulty in controlling breathing increases progressively as the temperature dips below 21°C (69.8°F).
Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 10h and 2min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of January, in Qala, Malta, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CET.
Updated: Feb 7, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is the water in January in Qala?
In Qala, Malta, in January, the average water temperature is 15.8°C (60.4°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
What is the average length of the day in January in Qala?
The average day length in January in Qala, Malta, is 10h and 2min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Qala?
On the first day of January in Qala, Malta, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CET.
Average sea temperature in January
Qala, Malta
- Average sea temperature in January: 15.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15.2°C).
Average daylight in January
Qala, Malta
- Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
