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Lija · Malta
Lija is a small town in Lija, Malta with a population of 3,202. Elevation: 226 ft (69 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lija
Lija is a small village in the Eastern Region of Malta. Together with Attard and Balzan, it forms part of Malta's "Three Villages". Lija has a baroque parish church and seven other small chapels. The parish church is dedicated to Our Saviour. Lija became a parish in 1594, after the small community detached itself from the neighbouring town, Birkirkara. It has a population of 3,162 as of 2021.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,202 |
| Population Density | 8,005 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.9005°, 14.4463° |
| Timezone | Europe/Malta |
| Country | 🇲🇹 Malta |
| State / Province | Lija |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.4 inches (442 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lija
Lija is a small town in Malta (Lija) with a population of 3,202. The city sits at an elevation of 226 feet (69 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Malta.
Climate in Lija
Lija 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 | 68.2°F |
| 26% above Malta avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 343 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,005/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9005°N, 14.4463°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 | 146 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
Lija has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 55°F in February to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.0") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Lija
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skola Primarja Ħal Lija | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lija
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 Lija
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bir Mula Heritage | ||||
| Birkirkara Old Train Station | ||||
| Casa Rocca Piccola | ||||
| Cathedral Museum | ||||
| Cathedral Museum | ||||
| Church of Saint Joseph | ||||
| Citadella Visitor‘s Centre | ||||
| Cittadella Visitors' Centre | ||||
| Domus Romana | ||||
| Esplora | ||||
| Folk Museum | ||||
| Fort Rinella | ||||
| Għar Dalam | ||||
| Ghost House | ||||
| Gozo Nature Museum | ||||
| Grandmaster's Palace | ||||
| Ħaġar Qim | ||||
| Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum | ||||
| Historic House | ||||
| Il-Haġar Gozo Museum | ||||
| Inquisitor's Palace | ||||
| It-Tempji tal-Ġgantija | ||||
| Lascaris War Rooms | ||||
| Malta at War Museum | ||||
| Malta Aviation Museum | ||||
| Malta Classic Car Museum | ||||
| Malta International Contemporary Art Space | ||||
| Malta Maritime Museum | ||||
| MICAS Vaults | ||||
| Museo Postale di Malta | ||||
| MUŻA - National Art Museum | ||||
| MUŻA Art Museum, Café, and Restaurant | ||||
| Mużew tal-Arkeoloġija Għawdxija | ||||
| Mużew tal-Bambini | ||||
| Mużew tal-Katidral tal-Mdina | ||||
| Mużew tas-Santwarju tal-Madonna tal-Grazzja | ||||
| National Museum of Archaeology | ||||
| National Museum of Fine Arts | ||||
| National Museum of Natural History | ||||
| National War Museum | ||||
| Old Prison | ||||
| Oratorju San Ġużepp | ||||
| Palace Armoury | ||||
| Palazzo Falson | ||||
| Pirates and Corsairs Museum | ||||
| Pomzikillous Toy Museum | ||||
| Saint James Cavalier | ||||
| Saint John's Co-Cathedral Museum | ||||
| Saluting Battery | ||||
| Ta' Kola Windmill | ||||
| Tax-Xierfa Museum | ||||
| The Fortress Builders - Fortifications Interpretation Centre | ||||
| The Kelinu Grima Maritime Museum | ||||
| The Limestone Heritage Park and Gardens | ||||
| The Mdina Dungeons Museum | ||||
| The Mdina Experience | ||||
| The Norman House | ||||
| The State Rooms | ||||
| Ticket Office Saint Paul's Catacombs | ||||
| Time Gun | ||||
| Toy Museum | ||||
| Tunnara Museum | ||||
| Underground Valletta | ||||
| Wignacourt Museum and Saint Paul's Grotto | ||||
| Żebbuġ War Shelters |
Libraries in Lija
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fgura Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gozo Central Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Librerija Karmenu Ellul Galea (poeta) | 0.0 | |||||
| LIbrerija Pubblika Margaret Mortimer | 0.0 | |||||
| MCAST Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mosta Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library (Gozo Annexe) | 0.0 | |||||
| Pembroke Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SDC Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Theology Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University of Malta Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lija
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmer's Market | |||||
| Sunday Fish Market |
Hotels in Lija
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lija
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Lija
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Lija
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Lija
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lija
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Lija
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Lija
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Malta International Airport | MLA | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Lija
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Balzan/ Lija Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Lija
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Inspire Therapy & Leisure Centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lija
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary | |
| Il-Knisja tal-Madonna tal-Mirakli | |
| Lija Parish | |
| Saint Mary (Ta' Duna) Church | |
| Tal-Belliegħa |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Malta
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Lija
What is the population of Lija?
Lija has a population of 3,202 residents and is located in Malta. The population density is 8,005 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lija?
Lija enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 343 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.4 inches.