Scuba diving in Malta
Diving in Malta comes down to water temperature and calm seas. The most comfortable months are July and August, with highs around 89°F (32°C) and the sea at about 78°F (26°C).
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Top scuba diving in Malta
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How to pick a good dive
- Non-certified divers can try a 'discover scuba' dive with an instructor; certified divers should bring their card and logbook.
- Ask about the water temperature and the wetsuit thickness provided for that month.
- Leave 18 to 24 hours between your last dive and a flight.
- Check group size per guide; four to six divers per guide is a good sign.
Malta month by month
Averages for Malta, 1991–2020; sea temperatures offshore, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 60 (16) | 60 (16) | 63 (17) | 68 (20) | 76 (24) | 84 (29) | 89 (32) | 90 (32) | 83 (29) | 77 (25) | 69 (21) | 63 (17) |
| Low °F (°C) | 50 (10) | 49 (10) | 52 (11) | 55 (13) | 60 (16) | 67 (20) | 72 (22) | 73 (23) | 70 (21) | 65 (18) | 59 (15) | 53 (12) |
| Rainy days | 10 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 9 | 10 |
| Sea °F (°C) | 61 (16) | 60 (15) | 60 (15) | 61 (16) | 65 (19) | 72 (22) | 77 (25) | 80 (27) | 78 (26) | 75 (24) | 70 (21) | 64 (18) |
| Sunset (15th) | 5:11 pm | 5:43 pm | 6:09 pm | 7:35 pm | 8:01 pm | 8:20 pm | 8:19 pm | 7:53 pm | 7:11 pm | 6:27 pm | 4:55 pm | 4:49 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for scuba diving in Malta?
July and August. Expect highs around 89°F (32°C) and the sea at about 78°F (26°C). The least comfortable months are January and February, when the sea drops to about 60°F.
How warm is the water in Malta?
The sea averages 60°F (15°C) in February and 80°F (27°C) in August. Below about 75°F most people want a wetsuit for a long swim or dive.
Where can I book scuba diving in Malta?
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