Malta
Malta · Mediterranean Sea
Mellieha Bay
Malta's biggest sandy bay.
Very warm water with calm seas and a moderate breeze — great swimming conditions.
Sea temperature now
27.4°Ctropical
Excellent
Updated just now · Source: Open-Meteo Marine
Air temperature
32.2°C
Wave height
0.2 m
Wind
15.4 km/h
UV index
8.2 UV index
Location
Mellieha Bay on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.
7-day forecast
Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.
Wetsuit recommendation
No wetsuit
At 27.4°C the water is warm enough to swim and surf in just a swimsuit or boardshorts.
Surf & watersports
Tropical-feel conditions. Most swimmers stay comfortable for an hour or more without thermal protection. UV exposure is the bigger risk — sunscreen and a rash vest are worth packing.
Open-water swimming
Open-water swims of 60+ minutes feel comfortable with no neoprene.
Recommendation tuned for Mellieha Bay's current water temperature. Individual tolerance, wind chill, and session length all matter — when in doubt, size up.
Quick answer
Can I swim at Mellieha Bay today?
The sea is currently 27.4°C — excellent swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find it pleasant.
Key takeaways
- • Located in Malta, Malta (Mediterranean Sea).
- • Family friendly with calm, accessible water.
- • Live data refreshed hourly from Open-Meteo Marine.
Monthly sea temperature averages
Tap any month to see what to expect — based on regional climatology.
Jan16°CFeb15°CMar15°CApr16°CMay19°CJun23°CBestJul26°CBestAug27°CBestSep26°CBestOct23°CBestNov20°CDec17°C
15°C → 27°C· Current month outlined· “Best” = within 2°C of the annual peak
Year-round sea temperature
Best swim months: Jun – Jul – Aug – Sep – Oct – Nov
| Month | Sea | Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 16°C | Bracing |
| Feb | 15°C | Bracing |
| Mar | 15°C | Bracing |
| Apr | 16°C | Bracing |
| May | 19°C | Pleasant |
| Jun | 23°C | Warm |
| Jul | 26°C | Hot |
| Aug ⭐ | 27°C | Hot |
| Sep | 26°C | Hot |
| Oct | 23°C | Warm |
| Nov | 20°C | Pleasant |
| Dec | 17°C | Bracing |
Can you swim here? — Mellieha Bay
Cooler nearby
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Nearby beaches
The closest coastline, with live water temperatures.