Triq il-Wiesgħa Tower

Tower Small Maltese coastal watchtower from Hospitaller period

Perched on Malta’s seafront at Xgħajra, Triq il-Wiesgħa Tower draws photographers and history buffs interested in coastal watchtowers, limestone fortifications, and uninterrupted views over the Grand Harbour approaches.

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Triq il-Wiesgħa Tower
Triq il-Wiesgħa Tower, Xgħajra, Malta
35.8780, 14.5643
Free (exterior)

How to Get to Triq il-Wiesgħa Tower #

From Valletta and the central bus interchange, take buses heading east toward Xgħajra or Marsaskala and alight near the coastal road. The tower is reachable on foot along the seafront paths.

Tips for Visiting Triq il-Wiesgħa Tower #

  • Visit at sunrise or sunset for dramatic lighting on the coastal cliffs and the tower's profile.
  • Bring insect repellent in summer - coastal marshes can be buggy.
  • Check local tide charts if planning to explore nearby shoreline routes.

Best Time to Visit Triq il-Wiesgħa Tower #

Spring and autumn are pleasant for coastal walking; summers are hot but lively.

Spring - March-May
Mar-May · 12-22°C
Comfortable temperatures for coastal walks and tower views.
Summer - June-August
Jun-Aug · 24-32°C
Warm sea breezes and peak daylight hours; busy with locals at the shore.
Autumn - September-October
Sep-Oct · 20-28°C
Warm sea and reduced tourist numbers; good for swimming and walking.

Weather & Climate near Triq il-Wiesgħa Tower #

Climate

Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 10°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (514 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 46 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 16°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 16°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
11° 17°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.

82 Excellent

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 19°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
13.0h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
16° 23°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
13.9h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 28°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
14.4h daylight

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.

100 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
14.1h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 23°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
13.3h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 28°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).

84 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
18° 25°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.2h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
15° 21°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.2h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (101 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
12° 18°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

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