Showers and possible thunderstorms set to replace Malta’s sunny weather this week

After a spell of sunny weather across the Maltese Islands, the coming days are expected to bring a change in conditions, with showers, stronger winds and the possibility of isolated thunderstorms, according to Facebook page Maltese Islands Weather.

Cloudy conditions are expected today on Monday, 19th October, with some rain at times, mainly in late evening and overnight. Temperatures will remain in the mid-twenties today at a maximum of 24°C.

Showers are expected to return on Tuesday, 20th October, when temperatures could climb to 26°C. The risk of rain stands at 45%, with the possibility of between 0.2mm and 3mm of rainfall.

Wednesday, 21st October, could bring the week's most unsettled weather, with a chance of isolated thunderstorms. Temperatures are forecast to reach 26°C, while rainfall could amount to between 1mm and 6mm. The forecast also indicates a 45% risk of rain.

Conditions are expected to improve towards the end of the week. Thursday, 22nd October, should be cloudy, with a maximum temperature of 25°C and no rainfall expected. Friday, 23rd October, is forecast to be partly cloudy, with temperatures reaching 23°C.

Wind conditions will also fluctuate throughout the week, with stronger winds expected on Monday, Tuesday and Friday.

Despite the unsettled conditions, temperatures are expected to remain relatively mild, ranging from minimums of 17°C to 22°C throughout the forecast period.

Bring on the autumn weather this week!