March weather forecast
Valletta, Malta

March marks the gateway to spring as the weather in Valletta witnesses a transformative phase. Temperatures see a further rise, bringing more warmth to the days. Daily sunlight amplifies to a healthier 12 hours, offering more opportunities to explore the city's historic charm and coastal beauty. March records 41mm (1.61") of rainfall, signaling a significant drop since the start of the year. Although the sea temperature remains steady, the UV index moves to 5, denoting a moderate risk level.

Temperature

Valletta records a slight change with March's average high-temperatures adjusting to an enjoyable 16.7°C (62.1°F) from February's 15.5°C (59.9°F). Valletta reports an average low-temperature of 10.1°C (50.2°F) during the nights of March.

Rainfall

In Valletta, in March, during 9 rainfall days, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 80 rainfall days, and 553mm (21.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

February and March, with an average sea temperature of 15.4°C (59.7°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: Swimming in 15.4°C (59.7°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In Valletta, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 7.3h.

UV index

In Valletta, Malta, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during March leads to these advisories:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.