CominoAbout Comino
Comino is a small island between Malta and Gozo known for its sheltered bays and crystal-clear waters. It is sparsely inhabited and primarily visited for its coastal scenery rather than built attractions.
The most famous spot is the Blue Lagoon, a shallow sheltered bay with vivid turquoise water used for swimming and snorkeling; day boats from Malta and Gozo bring most visitors. There are also simple walking tracks, secluded coves, and the small historic Santa Marija Tower on the island.
Comino has a long history of seasonal use and intermittent habitation, with defensive towers constructed during the Knights of St John period to guard local waterways. It has never developed into a permanent urban settlement and remains largely undeveloped.
Lying in the channel between Malta and Gozo, the island is a short boat crossing from either main island and functions mainly as a day-trip destination.
- Blue Lagoon access: The island is largely car-free and attracts day-trippers for its clear shallow waters, especially the Blue Lagoon between Comino and Cominotto.
What to See#
- Blue Lagoon: The Blue Lagoon in a sheltered bay of luminous shallow water, widely visited for swimming, snorkeling and boat trips during the warmer months.
- Santa Marija Tower: A 17th-century coastal watchtower built by the Knights of St John that stands on the island and historically served as a lookout and defensive point.
Nearby Attractions to Comino
Best Time to Visit Comino
Best in late spring or early autumn for warm water and smaller crowds; midsummer brings heavy day-boat traffic.
Weather & Climate near Comino
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 10°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (503 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 10° - 16° | 13° | 82 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 4.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
| February | Very Good | 10° - 16° | 13° | 56 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 4.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.7h |
| March | Very Good | 11° - 17° | 14° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.3 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Excellent | 12° - 18° | 15° | 20 mm | some cloud | 83% | 4.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.0h |
| May | Ideal | 16° - 22° | 19° | 7 mm | some cloud | 82% | 4.2 m/s | 1.9 very high | 14.0h |
| June | Ideal | 19° - 26° | 23° | 2 mm | mostly sunny | 80% | 3.6 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.5h |
| July | Ideal | 21° - 28° | 25° | 0 mm | clear | 77% | 3.7 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 14.2h |
| August | Ideal | 23° - 29° | 26° | 5 mm | clear | 75% | 3.2 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.4h |
| September | Ideal | 21° - 27° | 24° | 38 mm | mostly sunny | 75% | 3.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 18° - 24° | 21° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.1h |
| November | Very Good | 15° - 20° | 18° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 4.0 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.1h |
| December | Very Good | 12° - 17° | 15° | 99 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 4.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
How to Get to Comino
Day boats and water taxis operate from Ċirkewwa (north Malta), Cospicua, and Marfa. Crossing times vary from 20-45 minutes depending on departure point; many operators run frequent services in summer.
Tips for Visiting Comino
- Arrive at the Blue Lagoon early (before 10:00) to secure a spot on the sand and avoid day-boat crowds.
- If seeking quiet, walk the perimeter paths away from the lagoon - the north coast is dramatically different and often empty.
- Bring reef shoes - the seabed around the Blue Lagoon is rocky and can be sharp.