Valletta Weather in July

July heat and sightseeing

Valletta is hot, bright and humid in July. Days reach 27°C, and nights stay warm at around 25°C. Rain is rare, so you can expect long, sunny days—but the stone streets can feel tiring in the afternoon.

Explore the Upper Barrakka Gardens and walk the city walls in the morning or later in the day. Save the cooler middle hours for St John's Co-Cathedral or the National Museum of Archaeology. A swim at nearby Sliema or Manoel Island can also break up a day in the city.

If you hate sticky afternoons, keep your sightseeing to the morning and evening.

Feasts and music

July brings the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, celebrated around July 16 at the Carmelite Basilica in Valletta. Expect a religious procession and local festivities near the church. It's a lively moment to see neighbourhood traditions, though streets around the event can be busy.

The Malta Jazz Festival is another July fixture, with performances in Valletta. It's worth checking the programme if live music is part of your trip; the event's exact dates and venues can vary.

Crowds and practical tips

July is high season, so Valletta feels busier than in quieter months, and accommodation prices are generally higher. The city's main sights can be crowded, especially when cruise visitors arrive. For a calmer walk, try the side streets around Strait Street instead of sticking to Republic Street.

For a practical break from the heat, take the lift from the Upper Barrakka Gardens down to the Valletta Waterfront. From there, you can catch a ferry across the Grand Harbour to the Three Cities. The short crossing gives you a welcome breeze and a different view of Valletta's walls.