January 3 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Valletta. With minimal rain risk (13%) and pleasant highs of 16°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. You'll enjoy Valletta with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options.
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Valletta Weather Forecast for January 3
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 15.5°C. 13% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Valletta in January
Based on historical data for January 3, Valletta typically experiences temperatures between 12.1°C and 15.5°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (13% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Valletta
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
15.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
12.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
15.5°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
13%
Avg 0.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
41%
Overcast
Pressure
1019.9 hPa
Medium volatility
Valletta Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 160 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 240 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 400 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
10.5°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Malta
Flight Traffic
Moderate
55/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~57
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Valletta
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:13
☀️ Noon
12:07
🌇 Sunset
17:01
⏱️ Daylight
9h 47m
Wind Speed
33.5 km/h
Fresh breeze
Sunshine
7.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
72%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Valletta
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Valletta on January 3 averages 15.5°C with a 13% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 81/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Valletta Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Valletta Worth Visiting on January 3?
Planning a trip to Valletta on January 3? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 15.5°C with a 13% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 57 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Malta, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 18°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 1.03m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 3 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 18.5°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 8.7°C in 2019.