What climate patterns characterize Malta’s summers, autumns, and winters?

Malta experiences a typical Mediterranean climate characterized by stable temperatures and distinct seasonal patterns.12

• Summers: These months are hot and dry. June, July, and August are typically quite dry, contributing to the island's overall annual rainfall of about 22 inches (550 mm).1
• Autumns: This season is warm and sporadically wet, as the majority of the country's annual precipitation occurs between October and March.12
• Winters: Winters are short and cool, providing the necessary rainfall to support the region's climate.12

Throughout the year, temperatures remain stable, with monthly averages ranging from the mid-50s °F (about 12 °C) to the mid-80s °F (about 29 °C). The islands are also subject to frequent winds, including the cool northwesterly majjistral, the dry northeasterly grigal, and the hot, humid southeasterly xlokk (or sirocco).12