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Għarb, Malta
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Għarb is a small town in L-Għarb, Malta with a population of 1,298. Elevation: 397 ft (121 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Għarb
Għarb is an administrative unit of Malta, located at the westernmost point of the island of Gozo, with a population of 1,549 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,298 |
| Population Density | 941 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 397 ft (121 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.0597°, 14.2092° |
| Timezone | Europe/Malta |
| Country | 🇲🇹 Malta |
| State / Province | L-Għarb |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.0 inches (509 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Għarb
Għarb is a small town in Malta (L-Għarb) with a population of 1,298. The city sits at an elevation of 397 feet (121 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Malta.
Climate in Għarb
Għarb has an average annual temperature of 19.5°C (67°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.4°C), the coldest is Feb (12.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 545 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.4°F |
| 21% above Malta avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 397 ft (121 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 941/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.0597°N, 14.2092°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Malta |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 12.0 m (39 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1693 | ISLAND OF SICILY | Earthquake | 12.0 m | 54,000 | 139 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Campi Flegrei del Mar di Sicilia (178 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Campi Flegrei del Mar di Sicilia | Submarine | -8 m (-26 ft) | 1867 | 178 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
Għarb has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 55°F in February to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 20.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Għarb
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skola Primarja Għarb | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Għarb
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Easy 100.2 | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radju Maria Malta | - | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Pure Radio (GB) | adult alternative, britpop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Għarb
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cathedral Museum | ||||
| Church of Saint Joseph | ||||
| Citadella Visitor‘s Centre | ||||
| Cittadella Visitors' Centre | ||||
| Domus Romana | ||||
| Folk Museum | ||||
| Gozo Nature Museum | ||||
| Ħaġar Qim | ||||
| Historic House | ||||
| Il-Haġar Gozo Museum | ||||
| It-Tempji tal-Ġgantija | ||||
| Malta Aviation Museum | ||||
| Malta Classic Car Museum | ||||
| Mużew tal-Arkeoloġija Għawdxija | ||||
| Mużew tal-Bambini | ||||
| Mużew tal-Katidral tal-Mdina | ||||
| National Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Old Prison | ||||
| Palazzo Falson | ||||
| Pomzikillous Toy Museum | ||||
| Saint John's Co-Cathedral Museum | ||||
| Ta' Kola Windmill | ||||
| Tax-Xierfa Museum | ||||
| The Kelinu Grima Maritime Museum | ||||
| The Limestone Heritage Park and Gardens | ||||
| The Mdina Dungeons Museum | ||||
| The Mdina Experience | ||||
| Ticket Office Saint Paul's Catacombs | ||||
| Tunnara Museum | ||||
| Wignacourt Museum and Saint Paul's Grotto | ||||
| Żebbuġ War Shelters |
Libraries in Għarb
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gozo Central Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mosta Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library (Gozo Annexe) | 0.0 | |||||
| Theology Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Għarb
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmer's Market |
Hotels in Għarb
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Għarb
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Għarb
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Għarb
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Malta International Airport | MLA | Large Airport |
| Oasi dei Re Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Għarb
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Malta Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Għarb
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Basilica of the Blessed Virgin of Ta' Pinu | |
| Basilica of the Visitation | |
| Chapel of St. Publius | |
| San Dimitri | |
| Taż-Żejt |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Malta
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Għarb
What is the population of Għarb?
Għarb has a population of 1,298 residents and is located in Malta. The population density is 941 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Għarb?
Għarb enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.0 inches.