AlbaniaThe climate of Gjirokastër
The current climate in Gjirokastër features temperatures ranging from a high of 34°C to a low of 13°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 23°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 2°C and in the warmer months around 18°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 Gjirokastër, Albania.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Gjirokastër in recent years was 40°C in August 2021. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 1°C in January 2017.
Precipitation and snowfall
On average, Gjirokastër gets 1156 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 5,2 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
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Best time to visit Gjirokastër?
The best time to visit Gjirokastër 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 Gjirokastër. 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.
Climate Table of Gjirokastër
The climate table of Gjirokastër 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.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 13 | 15 | 17 | 21 | 24 | 30 | 34 | 34 | 29 | 23 | 20 | 15 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 2 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 12 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 17 | 11 | 8 | 4 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 158 | 141 | 104 | 49 | 82 | 42 | 15 | 31 | 72 | 108 | 203 | 151 |
| Snow (cm) | 2,5 | 1,1 | 1,5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0,1 | 0 |
| UV Index | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 3 |
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Gjirokastër, Albania. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Gjirokastër
Yearly Temperature in Gjirokastër
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Gjirokastër, 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 Gjirokastër
Total Yearly Precipitation in Gjirokastër
Average Snowfall per Month in Gjirokastër
Total Yearly Snowfall in Gjirokastër
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Gjirokastër, 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 Gjirokastër
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Average weather in Gjirokastër by month
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