Useful Information about Malta

Climate
Malta’s climate is typical of the Mediterranean and is strongly influenced by the sea. The Maltese Islands have a pleasantly sunny climate with a daily average of around 12 hours sunshine in summer going down to 5 to 6 hours in mid-winter. Summers are hot, dry and very sunny. Day-time temperatures in summer are often mitigated by cooling sea breezes. Winters are mild. Annual rainfall is low, averaging 568mm a year. Bathing in the sea is quite possible well into the ‘winter’ months, and the peak beach season can last until mid- to late October.

Driving
In Malta and Gozo, driving is on the left. There are speed limits of 80 km/h on the open road and 50 km/h in built-up areas, unless otherwise indicated on relevant road signs. If you intend to drive in Malta, a National or international driving licences is accepted.

Electricity
The electrical supply is 230 volts /- 10%. 
The frequency of the supply is 50 hertz. 
The three-pin rectangular plug system is used, as in Britain. 
Adapters are very easy to find.

Language 
The official languages of Malta are Maltese and English. Italian is also widely spoken.