Xagħra
City in Malta
Xagħra is a town in Malta with a population of 5,359. Visitors travel here to see the UNESCO-listed Megalithic Temples of Malta and the Ġgantija site.
What to see
The primary sights in Xagħra are the Megalithic Temples of Malta, which hold UNESCO status. This site includes Ġgantija, which is also a UNESCO-listed location. These are the main historical landmarks found within the town.
When to go
The warmest months are June through September, with average temperatures ranging between 22 °C and 26 °C. July is the driest month, recording 0 mm of rain on about 1 day. Rainfall increases significantly in the winter months. November and December receive 108 mm and 114 mm of rain, respectively, on 12 and 8 days. Visitors preferring warmer, drier weather may find the period from June to August suitable, while those traveling between November and January will encounter cooler temperatures around 14 °C to 18 °C and higher rainfall.
Getting there
Xagħra is located 28 km from Valletta. Travelers arriving by air can use Malta International Airport, which is 30 km from the town.
Top sights in Xagħra
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, averaging 26 °C. The wettest is December, with about 114 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperature, °C | 14 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 18 | 22 | 25 | 26 | 24 | 22 | 18 | 15 |
| Rainfall, mm | 98 | 58 | 38 | 20 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 56 | 72 | 108 | 114 |
| Rainy days | 9 | 7 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 8 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Xagħra (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.