Climate for Station: Luqa, South Eastern Region, Malta

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Ta' Danieli

, Malta

2026-03-01 03:25

10.1°C

Feels 9.5°C

H: 15.1°C / L: 14.1°C

Precip: 0mm | Wind: 6.5 kph

▼ 1.2°C vs historical high

Partly cloudy

2026-03-02

H: 15.3°C

L: 14.1°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 18kph

▼ 0.9°C

2026-03-03

H: 15.4°C

L: 14.6°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 28.1kph

▼ 1.1°C

2026-03-04

H: 15.4°C

L: 14.8°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 30.2kph

▼ 1.2°C

2026-03-05

H: 15.3°C

L: 14.7°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 30.6kph

▼ 1.1°C

2026-03-06

H: 15.6°C

L: 15°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0.07mm

Wind: 36.7kph

▼ 0.7°C

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Climate Analysis & Overview

Luqa, situated in Malta, is experiencing a warming trend with significant temperature increases over the past decade. The region's precipitation is becoming more concentrated, indicating potential challenges for local water management. This climate profile provides insights into these changes.

Mediterranean Climate Dynamics

Luqa, located at 35.85°N, 14.48°E, falls under the Mediterranean climate classification (Köppen: Csa), characterised by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. The surrounding Mediterranean Sea moderates the climate, reducing temperature extremes but also concentrating rainfall in specific periods. This geographical setting significantly influences the local climate data.

Warming Trends in Luqa

The all-time temperature trends for Luqa reveal a warming pattern, with highs increasing by 0.22°C (0.40°F) and lows by 0.33°C (0.59°F). Over the past decade, this warming has accelerated, with highs rising by 0.80°C (1.44°F) and lows by 0.86°C (1.55°F). These trends suggest a notable increase in both daytime and nighttime temperatures, raising concerns about heat stress and energy demands for cooling.

Precipitation Patterns: A Shift Towards Concentration

The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) for Luqa has shifted from a baseline of 17.91 to a current value of 22.99. This significant increase indicates that rainfall is becoming more concentrated in fewer events, which can lead to challenges such as flooding and water scarcity during dry spells. A PCI value over 20 is considered highly concentrated, suggesting that water management strategies need to adapt to these changing patterns.

Temperature Extremes and Records

Luqa's recorded temperature extremes highlight the variability within this warming trend. The highest recorded temperature is 42.7°C (108.9°F), while the lowest is -0.1°C (31.8°F). These records demonstrate the potential for extreme weather conditions, which may become more frequent as average temperatures rise.

Regional Climate Considerations

Malta has been actively pursuing climate resilience strategies, aiming to mitigate the impacts of these warming trends and concentrated rainfall patterns. Recent weather events, such as intense summer heatwaves, underscore the importance of these efforts. As temperatures continue to rise, the region must focus on sustainable water management and infrastructure adaptations to cope with the evolving climate dynamics.

Station Statistics

10-Year Trend

High: +0.84 °C/decade

Low: +0.79 °C/decade

Rain: -0.22 mm/decade

25-Year Trend

High: +0.75 °C/decade

Low: -0.26 °C/decade

Rain: -0.21 mm/decade

50-Year Trend

High: +0.28 °C/decade

Low: +0.34 °C/decade

Rain: -0.14 mm/decade

All-Time Trend

High: +0.20 °C/decade

Low: +0.31 °C/decade

Rain: -0.13 mm/decade

Percentage Above-Average Days

Last 12 Months: 53.7%

This Year: 77.5%

Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️

Last 12 Months: 16.7

Historical Average: 19.7

Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️

High: 93^rd percentile

Low: 78^th percentile

Rain: 24^th percentile

Change in Variance ℹ️

High: +9.1%

Low: +3.8%

Intraday: -41.5%

Data Coverage

90.9%

First Year of Data

1971

Station Location

Historical Weather Records

	Max High	Avg High	Min High	Max Avg	Avg Avg	Min Avg	Max Low	Avg Low	Min Low	Max Precipitation	Avg Precipitation	Max Snow	Avg Snow
Record	43.8 °C	—	7.2 °C	34.6 °C	—	4.6 °C	29.9 °C	—	-0.1 °C	258.1 mm	—	—	—
January	24.5 °C	15.6 °C	7.2 °C	20.1 °C	12.5 °C	4.6 °C	17.4 °C	10.4 °C	0.4 °C	78.0 mm	3.0 mm	—	—
February	26.7 °C	15.6 °C	7.2 °C	21.7 °C	12.3 °C	4.7 °C	17.8 °C	10.0 °C	0.0 °C	120.9 mm	2.6 mm	—	—
March	28.0 °C	17.0 °C	8.9 °C	21.8 °C	13.4 °C	6.8 °C	17.2 °C	10.9 °C	-0.1 °C	45.0 mm	1.5 mm	—	—
April	29.2 °C	19.3 °C	12.8 °C	24.0 °C	15.4 °C	9.8 °C	18.5 °C	12.6 °C	4.0 °C	44.7 mm	0.8 mm	—	—
May	35.3 °C	23.5 °C	15.6 °C	28.3 °C	19.0 °C	13.0 °C	23.0 °C	15.7 °C	7.0 °C	70.2 mm	0.4 mm	—	—
June	41.5 °C	28.0 °C	18.1 °C	32.9 °C	23.2 °C	16.8 °C	27.0 °C	19.4 °C	11.0 °C	254.0 mm	0.3 mm	—	—
July	42.7 °C	30.9 °C	22.9 °C	34.6 °C	26.0 °C	19.9 °C	29.9 °C	22.0 °C	15.0 °C	182.1 mm	0.2 mm	—	—
August	43.8 °C	31.1 °C	23.4 °C	34.2 °C	26.4 °C	21.9 °C	28.4 °C	22.9 °C	14.0 °C	256.0 mm	0.4 mm	—	—
September	37.4 °C	28.2 °C	20.0 °C	30.3 °C	24.1 °C	18.4 °C	27.7 °C	21.3 °C	12.8 °C	103.9 mm	1.5 mm	—	—
October	34.5 °C	24.6 °C	16.7 °C	27.6 °C	20.9 °C	13.7 °C	25.1 °C	18.4 °C	8.0 °C	182.9 mm	2.7 mm	—	—
November	32.0 °C	20.6 °C	12.0 °C	23.6 °C	17.3 °C	9.8 °C	23.5 °C	15.1 °C	1.8 °C	80.0 mm	3.2 mm	—	—
December	23.9 °C	17.0 °C	7.8 °C	20.7 °C	14.0 °C	5.2 °C	19.4 °C	12.1 °C	0.5 °C	258.1 mm	3.3 mm	—	—