Malta is in for a sweltering week as scorching temperatures grip the islands, with highs expected to reach 35°C daily until at least mid-next week.

According to the Maltese Islands Weather Facebook page, this stretch of extreme heat will bring ‘real feel’ temperatures soaring to around 40°C, especially on Wednesday 2nd July and Friday 4th July. Even the lowest forecasted temperature this week, 34°C, will feel closer to 38°C due to humidity and minimal wind relief.

The UV index is also a major concern, ranging between 10 and 11+, placing the islands in the ‘very high’ risk category for sun exposure. Residents and visitors are strongly advised to avoid prolonged sun exposure during peak hours, stay hydrated and seek shade whenever possible.

There may be some slight relief on the horizon. A north-westerly wind could bring marginally cooler air by the middle of next week, but this is expected to last only a day or two before the heat returns.

This intense start to July follows an unusually warm June, with all but five days exceeding the climate average of 28.5°C. The average maximum for the month is projected to close at around 31°C—2.5°C above normal.

And there’s little respite in sight. Long-term forecasts indicate that July and August 2025 will continue the trend of above-average heat, with temperatures expected to be between 2.0°C and 2.5°C higher than normal in July, and 1.5°C to 2.0°C above average in August. Even September is projected to be warmer than usual.

Are you ready for another blazing summer in Malta?