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Best time to visit Tirana: month by month
Short answer
The best months are April to June and September to October, with highs of about 17–29°C. July and August are hot (32–33°C on average, often more), while winter is mild (12–14°C) but wet, with 12–14 rainy days a month.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 12°C | 3°C | 14 | low |
| Feb | 13°C | 3°C | 8 | low |
| Mar | 14°C | 4°C | 8 | low |
| Apr | 17°C | 8°C | 13 | medium |
| May | 24°C | 13°C | 11 | medium |
| Jun | 29°C | 18°C | 6 | high |
| Jul | 33°C | 21°C | 3 | high |
| Aug | 32°C | 20°C | 6 | high |
| Sep | 27°C | 17°C | 6 | high |
| Oct | 23°C | 13°C | 8 | medium |
| Nov | 18°C | 10°C | 13 | low |
| Dec | 14°C | 6°C | 12 | medium |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Highs rise from 14°C in March to 24°C in May, with some rain (8–13 days). Green hills and pleasant walking weather.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Hot and dry, with highs of 29–33°C and lows of 18–21°C. Many locals leave for the coast; evenings are lively in Blloku.
Autumn (Sep–Oct)
September (27°C) and October (23°C) are warm and settled, and the sea at Durrës is still swimmable. November cools to 18°C with more rain.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Mild in the city, with highs of 12–14°C and lows of 3–6°C, but wet; Mount Dajti can have snow.
Events worth planning around
- Summer Day (Dita e Verës), a spring festival (14 March)
- Independence Day and Flag Day (28 November)
- Christmas and New Year decorations on Skanderbeg Square (December)
When to avoid
July and August are hot for city sightseeing; plan museums in the middle of the day. November to February brings frequent rain.
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Common questions
What is the best time to visit Tirana?
April to June and September to October, with highs of 17–29°C.
How hot is Tirana in summer?
July and August average highs of 32–33°C, often reaching 35–38°C.
Does it rain a lot in Tirana in winter?
Yes, there are about 12–14 rainy days a month from November to January.