Capital city in Tirana County, Albania
Tirana weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Tirana
Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are warm and dry. Jul–Aug is very hot (35°C+); Nov–Mar is grey and rainy, with occasional snow on Mount Dajti.
Tirana weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan10°93 mm
- Feb11°83 mm
- Mar15°77 mm
- Apr19°69 mm
- May24°64 mm
- Jun30°45 mm
- Jul34°29 mm
- Aug34°27 mm
- Sep28°74 mm
- Oct22°95 mm
- Nov17°109 mm
- Dec11°109 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C49°F | 2°C35°F | 93 mm | 84% | Cold |
| February | 11°C52°F | 3°C37°F | 83 mm | 82% | Cool |
| March | 15°C59°F | 6°C42°F | 77 mm | 78% | Cool |
| April | 19°C67°F | 9°C49°F | 69 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| May | 24°C75°F | 14°C57°F | 64 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| June | 30°C85°F | 18°C65°F | 45 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| July | 34°C93°F | 21°C69°F | 29 mm | 51% | Hot |
| August | 34°C94°F | 21°C70°F | 27 mm | 48% | Hot |
| September | 28°C82°F | 16°C61°F | 74 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| October | 22°C72°F | 12°C53°F | 95 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| November | 17°C62°F | 8°C46°F | 109 mm | 79% | Cool |
| December | 11°C52°F | 3°C38°F | 109 mm | 83% | Cool |
Best months across Albania
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Tirana | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (34°C) |
| Saranda | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (34°C) |
| Ksamil | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (34°C) |
| Berat | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (35°C) |
| Gjirokastër | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Shkodër | May–Sep | Aug (32°C) |
| Himara | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (34°C) |
| Durrës | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (29°C) |
| Vlorë | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Theth | Jun–Sep | Aug (29°C) |
| Dhërmi | May–Jun, Sep | Aug (25°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Tirana?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are warm and dry. Jul–Aug is very hot (35°C+); Nov–Mar is grey and rainy, with occasional snow on Mount Dajti.
When is the rainy season in Tirana?
Rain peaks in November with about 109 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Tirana?
August, with average highs of 34°C (94°F).
How cold does Tirana get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 2°C (35°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 3.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.