The climate of Albania
The current climate in Albania features temperatures ranging from a high of 32°C to a low of 11°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 22°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 1°C and in the warmer months around 17°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Albania.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Albania in recent years was 41°C in June 2016. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -3°C in January 2017.
Precipitation and snowfall
On average, Albania gets 1029 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 52 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
The climate in Albania is based on weather data from Tirana. Other places, like Durrës, Gjirokastër or Sarandë, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Albania to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Albania?
The best time to visit Albania for sunny weather is April through October. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Albania. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Albania
The climate table of Albania shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 11 | 15 | 17 | 20 | 24 | 30 | 32 | 32 | 28 | 24 | 18 | 13 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 1 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 12 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 15 | 11 | 8 | 3 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 126 | 113 | 85 | 85 | 77 | 57 | 30 | 28 | 75 | 108 | 146 | 99 |
| Snow (cm) | 37 | 11 | 0,4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0,4 | 1,9 |
| UV Index | 4 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Albania. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Albania
Yearly Temperature in Albania
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Albania. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Albania
Total Yearly Precipitation in Albania
Average Snowfall per Month in Albania
Total Yearly Snowfall in Albania
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Albania. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Albania
Weather experiences in Albania
The weather in Albania is rated an average of 4,2 out of 5 stars by 5 visitors. Have you been to Albania? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Anne
Warm, sunny days and mild nights. It rained occasionally, but nothing could spoil the vacation.
LotDuring my stay it stayed dry, which was quite unexpected for the summer months. Occasionally you had to freshen up, but overall it was great weather for outdoor activities.
LisanneOctober in Albania was surprisingly pleasant! It was warm, around 20 degrees and mostly sunny. It only rained a few days, which only added to the fresh mountain air. Ideal for an active vacation!
YasmineThe temperature was pleasant, there were only a few hot days. A few unexpected showers, but they passed quickly.
RenskeThe weather in Albania in April is incredible. Very sunny, but not too hot - perfect for sightseeing. Expect clear blue skies and mild breezes. Great timing for a vacation.
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Average weather in Albania by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Albania. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.