Basilica of St Dominic, Valletta Church
Baroque basilica within Valletta's UNESCO-listed city
Valletta's Basilica of St Dominic stands close to Republic Street; visitors drop in for its Baroque interior, Dominican artworks and weekday services amid the city's grid.
Basilica of St Dominic, Valletta at a Glance#
Address: Valletta, Malta
How to Get to Basilica of St Dominic, Valletta#
In central Valletta, within easy walking distance from the ferry terminal and Valletta’s main streets. The city is compact; public buses stop near the city gates.
Tips for Visiting Basilica of St Dominic, Valletta#
- Arrive when the city is quiet (early morning or late afternoon) to hear the bells clearly across Valletta's narrow streets.
- Check for guided tours - the basilica has artworks and relics that are explained best by a local docent.
- Combine with a walk to the nearby Upper Barrakka Gardens for different views of the harbor.
Best Time to Visit Basilica of St Dominic, Valletta#
Valletta's compactness makes it visitable year-round; spring and autumn are best for comfortable walking and fewer crowds.
Weather & Climate near Basilica of St Dominic, Valletta#
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 10°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (520 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 23°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
