Imtarfa
Malta
Imtarfa lies in Mtarfa, Malta. By our climate data, the best time to visit is May–September. The warmest month is August, with average highs of 31°C (87°F); the sea is warmest in August at about 27°C (80°F).
The best months to visit are May–September.
The sea is warmest in August, at about 27°C (80°F).
Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): June–November.
August is the hottest month, with highs around 31°C (87°F).
February is the coldest month, with lows around 9°C (48°F).
The wettest month is December, with rain on about 14 days.
July is the sunniest month, with about 11.7 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 24% of places in Malta.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 20°
- Humidity
- 76%
- Wind
- 31 km/h NW
- Gusts
- 42 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 4%
- Pressure
- 1021 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 07:14 / 18:17
Next 48 hours
Best time to visit Imtarfa
Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Climate | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 15° | 16° | 17° | 19° | 23° | 27° | 30° | 31° | 28° | 24° | 20° | 17° |
| Average low | 9° | 9° | 10° | 11° | 15° | 18° | 21° | 22° | 20° | 17° | 14° | 11° |
| Sea temperature | 16° | 15° | 15° | 16° | 19° | 22° | 25° | 27° | 26° | 24° | 21° | 18° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 88 | 60 | 39 | 24 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 45 | 82 | 86 | 102 |
| Rain days | 13 | 10 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 10 | 10 | 14 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 5.1 | 6 | 7.1 | 8.1 | 9.5 | 10.8 | 11.7 | 10.8 | 8.6 | 7.1 | 6.1 | 5 |
| Daylight (h) | 10 | 10.8 | 11.9 | 13.1 | 14 | 14.6 | 14.4 | 13.5 | 12.4 | 11.2 | 10.2 | 9.7 |
| Humidity (%) | 79 | 78 | 78 | 77 | 74 | 71 | 70 | 73 | 76 | 78 | 77 | 79 |
| Wind (km/h) | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 17 |
| Go score | 51 | 58 | 66 | 79 | 98 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 97 | 86 | 76 | 56 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Imtarfa, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach & swimming | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Poor | Poor |
| Sightseeing & city walks | Poor | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor |
| Hiking | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good | Fair | Fair |
| Diving & snorkelling | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Fair | Poor |
| Photography & sunsets | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Fair | Fair |
Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.
How each activity is rated
- Beach & swimming — Good: sea ≥ 24 °C, highs ≥ 26 °C and at most 6 rain days (or under 40 mm of rain in the month). Fair: sea ≥ 21 °C, highs ≥ 23 °C and at most 10 rain days (or under 80 mm).
- Sightseeing & city walks — Good: highs of 15–27 °C and few rain days. Fair: 11–33 °C.
- Hiking — Good: highs of 10–24 °C and few rain days; a wider window with trails or national parks nearby.
- Diving & snorkelling — Good: sea ≥ 25 °C in a dry spell. Fair: ≥ 22 °C, or ≥ 20 °C near known dive sites.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Imtarfa: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Best value months
Good weather, fewer visitors, usually lower prices.
November
- Nov76
An estimate: months with a go score of 60 or more and below-average tourist numbers.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Imtarfa: sea water temperature
Wave height: 1.3 m
Swimming seasonJune–November
Average sea temperature by month
Bathing water quality near Imtarfa
Official EU rating of every monitored bathing site (2025 season), based on bacteria counts from regular samples over the last four summers.
Excellent 35Good 5Sufficient 2
83% of the sites reach the top class — check the rating of the beach you pick.
Nearest monitored sites
- 1 Il-Bajja Tal-Gnejna Excellent 5.8 km
- 2 Tal-Vecca Excellent 6.1 km
- 3 Barrakuda Excellent 6.2 km
- 4 Ir-Ramla Ta Ghajn Tuffieha Lh Side Excellent 6.3 km
- 5 Xemxija Below Beach Haven Excellent 6.4 km
The rating covers water hygiene only, not waves, currents or jellyfish: the beach flag and lifeguards have the final word.
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Imtarfa: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 230 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the left
Euro
EUR · €
1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR
- Languages
- English, Maltese
- Calling code
- +356
- Emergency112
- Meal, casual restaurant€14.00≈ $16.00
- Cappuccino€3.40≈ $3.80
- Beer (0.5 l)€5.00≈ $5.60
- Bottled water (1.5 l)€1.50≈ $1.70
- Taxi, 5 km€10.00≈ $11.00
- Public transport ticket€1.80≈ $2.10
- Mid-range hotel, per night€115≈ $125
Estimated from Malta’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 69% of US levels.
- Dec 8Feast of the Immaculate Conception
- Dec 13Republic Day
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
- Feb 10Feast of St. Paul's Shipwreck
No earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km since 1975.
How to get to Imtarfa
Nearest airports
- MLAMalta International AirportValletta10 km
- CIYComiso AirportComiso124 km
- LMPLampedusa AirportLampedusa167 km
- CTACatania-Fontanarossa AirportCatania185 km
- PMOFalcone–Borsellino AirportPalermo279 km
- MJIMitiga International AirportTripoli349 km
Hotels in Imtarfa
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Imtarfa?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Imtarfa is May–September.
What is the weather like in Imtarfa in October?
In October, Imtarfa averages a high of 24°C (76°F) and a low of 17°C (63°F), with 82 mm of rain on about 10 days.
How warm is the sea in Imtarfa?
The sea is warmest in August (about 27°C (80°F)). Swimming season: June–November.
What is the rainiest month in Imtarfa?
December, with rain on about 14 days.
What is the nearest airport to Imtarfa?
Malta International Airport (MLA), about 10 km away.
What power plugs are used in Malta?
Plug types G, at 230 V.
What currency is used in Malta?
Euro (EUR).
What is the emergency number in Malta?
112.
Is Malta safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise normal precautions. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.
When is Imtarfa most crowded?
The busiest months are July–August.
When is Imtarfa least crowded?
The quietest months are December–February.
When is the best time to visit Imtarfa without the crowds?
May–June and September: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Imtarfa in?
Europe/Malta (UTC+2).
What is the population of Imtarfa?
About 2,615.