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Malta · Ships call at La Valletta, Malta
Mild and damp
Valletta in December brings cooler conditions, with highs around 63°F, so pack layers alongside your warm-weather gear. Rain is uncommon, with only about 2 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Mild and damp.
Crowds are moderate in December, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Dress in layers: a waterproof shell over a mid-layer handles the range between cool mornings and afternoon port temps.
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Sailings that are at sea during December, with the date each one leaves port.
Exploration of the Mediterranean
Fred Olsen Cruises
Sails Sep 30, 2026
Coastal Treasures of the Mediterranean
Fred Olsen Cruises
Sails Oct 8, 2026
Croatia, Greece, Turkey & the Canaries
Fred Olsen Cruises
Sails Oct 19, 2026
Weltenbummler Mittelmeer, Afrika & Indischer Ozean
AIDA Cruises
Sails Oct 22, 2026
Turkey & the Islands of the Canaries & Greece
Fred Olsen Cruises
Sails Oct 29, 2026
Rivieras to the Caribbean Barcelona to Miami
Oceania Cruises
Sails Oct 31, 2026
Ships leave from Valletta Cruise Port at Pinto Wharf in Floriana, with check-in at the Valletta Waterfront. The Upper Barrakka Lift, about 300 meters from the terminal, takes you up into the old city, and Malta International Airport is about 20 minutes away by car.
The average high temperature in Valletta during December is 63°F, with a low of 56°F.
Valletta typically sees 2 days of rain in December. Mild and damp.
For a December cruise to Valletta, you should pack layers, a light jacket, and comfortable walking shoes.