
In 2024, Malta experienced its third driest year on record, according to the Meteorological Office.
Every month recorded below-average rainfall, with a total of just 285.3 mm—260 mm less than the 30-year average. Only 1947 and 1961 were drier years.
July was the driest month, with almost no rainfall, while November offered some relief, although its rainfall still fell short of the climatic norm. Despite the rain in November, it wasn’t enough to make up for the summer drought, especially after October’s meagre 4.2 mm of rain.
Alongside the dryness, temperatures were consistently above average throughout the year, with December being the only month where the temperature aligned with the norm.
Two heatwaves hit the island, one in mid-May and another in mid-June, with the highest temperature reaching a scorching 37.9°C in July. August was the hottest month, averaging 29.1°C, while January was the coldest with an average of 14.1°C.
Strong winds also marked the year, especially in April when gale-force winds were recorded on five days.
The most frequent wind directions were from the West, West-Northwest, and West-Southwest.
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