Albania Weather
🇦🇱 1 city covered · Europe
· Mediterranean climate
Best time to visit
September to November
Weather in Albania at a glance
Our Albania coverage centers on Tirana, which has a Mediterranean climate. Expect average highs around 89°F (32°C) in July and 52°F (11°C) in January, with about 114 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Quick facts
- Covered city: Tirana - annual average 61°
- Best time to visit: September to November
- Climate type: Mediterranean
The bigger picture
Tirana averages 10.0 hours of sunshine per day and roughly 1359 mm (53.5 inches) of precipitation annually. The most comfortable window is generally September to November. See the full month-by-month breakdown on the Tirana climate page.
Live weather across Albania today
Albania cities compared
| City | Annual avg | Hottest month | Coldest month | Rainy days/yr | Sun h/day | Snowy days/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tirana | 61° | Jul · 89° | Jan · 36° | 114 | 10.0 | 1 |
Albania weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainy days | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52° | 36° | 12 | 6.8 h/day |
| February | 56° | 40° | 10 | 8.1 h/day |
| March | 60° | 43° | 12 | 9.2 h/day |
| April | 66° | 48° | 11 | 10.6 h/day |
| May | 73° | 56° | 14 | 11.7 h/day |
| June | 82° | 64° | 7 | 13.4 h/day |
| July | 89° | 69° | 4 | 13.8 h/day |
| August | 90° | 69° | 5 | 12.9 h/day |
| September | 80° | 63° | 8 | 10.6 h/day |
| October | 72° | 55° | 9 | 9.4 h/day |
| November | 63° | 48° | 11 | 7.1 h/day |
| December | 55° | 40° | 10 | 7.0 h/day |
Albania weather FAQs
When is the best time to visit Albania?
Averaged across the covered cities, September to November offers the most comfortable combination of temperatures, drier days and daylight. Coastal, mountain and desert areas can differ - check each city's climate page for specifics.
Does it snow in Albania?
Yes - Tirana sees regular snowfall. Tirana gets the most, about 1 snowy days in a typical year.
What is the climate of Albania like?
The covered cities fall under Mediterranean climate. That means hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters.