May · Malta
Best time to visit Valletta in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Valletta in May
Average temperature 20°C, 26 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
9.7/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 26 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
May in Valletta scores 9.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 20°C, 26 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Valletta packs knights' palaces, a co-cathedral and harbour fortifications into a tiny UNESCO capital.
May in Valletta — one of the year's strongest windows (2nd)
At 20°C (68°F) this is comfortable city weather in May, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
With around 26 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.1 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Valletta at 9.7/10 (2nd of 12), just behind April at 9.8/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Valletta in May?
- In May, Valletta averages 20°C, 26 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.7/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Valletta?
- May earns a 9.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Valletta in May?
- Expect about 26 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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