South Eastern Region, Malta

Rinella Bay

Rinella Bay is a beach located on the island of Malta, predominantly frequented by local inhabitants. The beach offers an impressive view over Birgu and Valetta, making it a popular spot for those residing in the harbour area. The beach is characterized by a marked swimming area that includes a sandy middle section flanked by rocky areas on either side. Despite its proximity to the harbour, the water at Rinella Bay is generally clean, though not very deep, and tends to be relatively warm towards the end of July.

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Amenities at Rinella Bay include a small parking area situated at the entrance of the bay, a public toilet, and rubbish bins scattered throughout the beach area. An ice cream car also frequents the area, providing refreshments to beachgoers. However, due to its location near the harbour, visitors may occasionally experience a slight, transient smell of fuel in the air, depending on the wind direction. Additionally, the beach's size and popularity among locals can result in it becoming somewhat littered at certain times of the year.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beach's popularity among locals and its stunning views of Birgu and Valetta as the most appreciated features. The marked swimming area with both sandy and rocky parts, and the relatively warm and clean water, despite the proximity to the harbour, are also well-liked. However, complaints are made about occasional foul smells due to nearby pigsty and harbour, and some visitors found the beach to be littered with rubbish.

Where to Stay near Rinella Bay?

Beach lovers heading to Rinella Bay often opt for accommodations in the nearby towns of Birgu or Valletta, which offer a range of lodging options and are within a short drive. Most visitors include Rinella Bay as part of their itinerary when exploring the historical and cultural sites of the South Eastern Region of Malta.

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Where is Rinella Bay?

Latitude: 35.8934274 / Longitude: 14.5277727

Rinella Bay is located in South Eastern Region. The following map of Rinella Bay shows the exact location.


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Rinella Bay: Weather Today

📅 Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Today at Rinella Bay is looking like a pleasant beach day. The air temperature will reach 29.4 °C. There's very little chance of rain, so you can leave your umbrella at home. Expect a moderate breeze, with stronger gusts at times. The sea temperature is a comfortable 27.2 °C, ideal for swimming. The waves are calm. With a UV index of 7, remember to apply sunscreen regularly to protect yourself from the sun.
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Air

Low / High22.3°C/29.4°C
Feels Like (High)32.9°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature27.2 °C
Wave Height0.3 m
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Rain

Rain Chance0%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:40/19:18
Sunshine Hours11.6 hrs
UV Index7.25
Cloud Cover44%
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Wind

Speed13.9 km/h
Gusts32.4 km/h
DirectionSW

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