#1Hot
Saranda
- Day
- 30.3°C
- Sea
- 24.2°C
- Sun
- 12.6h
- Rain days
- 3
Your July weather guide
Weather in Albania in July
July is a good month for Albania if you want warm swimming weather and can handle hot afternoons. Average daytime temperatures reach 30°C, nights stay around 20°C and the sea averages 24°C. The catch is that this is not gentle weather for long walks at midday. Saranda suits a sea-focused holiday, while Tirana offers slightly cooler nights but no relief from the daytime heat. Plan active time around the cooler parts of the day.
Long-term climate averages, not a forecast · 1991-2020
- Average daytime high
- 30.1°Cacross 2 destinations
- Average night-time low
- 20.1°Cafter dark
- Sea temperature
- 24.3°Cwarm enough to swim
- Rainy days
- 4days1 mm or more
Albania, month by month
Turn up the warmth
Warmest places in Albania in July
Ranked by average daytime high. The full comparison is in the table below.
#2Hot
Tirana
- Day
- 29.8°C
- Sea
- 24.3°C
- Sun
- 12.1h
- Rain days
- 5
Albania destinations ranked for July
All 2 places we track in Albania, ordered by daytime high.
July climate overview
Daytime highs across Albania in July run from 29.8°C (Tirana) to 30.3°C (Saranda). In Saranda about 98% of July days reach 25°C. Nights average 20.1°C; the coldest 10% of nights in Tirana fall to 17°C or below.
Rainfall in July
Expect around 4 rainy days (1 mm or more) in July, with Saranda the driest (3 days) and Tirana the wettest (5 days). The wettest July at Saranda between 1991 and 2020 was 1991 with 69 mm; the driest was 2007 with 0 mm.
Sea temperature
The sea averages 24.3°C around Albania in July - warmest at Tirana (24.3°C). That is comfortable for swimming.
Sunshine and daylight
Around 12.3 hours of sunshine a day on average, out of 14.6 hours of daylight (sunshine estimated from cloud cover).
July against the rest of the year in Albania
July is the 2nd warmest month of the twelve in Albania. It is 3.0°C warmer than June and 0.6°C warmer in August. The hottest month here is August (31°C) and the coolest January (11°C).
Which part of Albania in July?
- Most sunshine: Saranda, 12.6 h a day.
- Driest: Saranda, about 3 rainy days.
- Warmest sea: Tirana, 24°C.
- Hottest: Saranda, 30°C by day.
- Coolest (better for walking and cities): Tirana, 30°C.
What to pack for Albania in July
Based on the averages: light, loose clothing and serious sun protection - midday highs sit around 30°C; a light waterproof for the odd shower; swimwear - the sea is 24°C.
Similar weather elsewhere in July
Within 1.5°C of Albania's July daytime average: Orlando (31°C), Albufeira (31°C, sea 20°C), Montego Bay (31°C, sea 29°C), Ayia Napa (31°C, sea 27°C), Crete (31°C, sea 25°C). See the full ranking for July.
Saranda or Tirana: choose for evenings and rain, not daytime heat
Saranda and Tirana both average 30°C by day, so neither offers a cooler daytime option in July. The more useful difference comes after sunset: Saranda averages 21°C at night, compared with 19°C in Tirana. If warm evenings appeal, Saranda fits; if you prefer a little more overnight cooling, Tirana has the edge. Saranda is also the drier choice, with 3 rainy days against Tirana's 5, though rain need not dominate plans in either destination. For a holiday built around swimming, Saranda's 24°C sea is a strong reason to choose it. For either base, accommodation with effective cooling is a sensible priority.
What to expect from a July day
July's average 12.3 hours of sunshine gives you plenty of scope to spend time outdoors without putting every activity into the hottest part of the day. Use mornings for longer walks, take a shaded break around midday and head out again as the heat eases. Light, breathable clothes, sun protection and water belong in your daily bag. Saranda has temperatures above 25°C on 98% of July days, so plan for persistent warmth rather than relying on cool spells. The country averages 4 rainy days, making a flexible outdoor schedule reasonable, but not a guarantee of dry weather throughout your stay. Evenings remain warm enough to favour light clothing.
A little more detail
Albania in July FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Where is the hottest place in Albania in July?
Saranda is the warmest of the 2 places we track in Albania in July with an average high of 30.3°C; Tirana is the coolest at 29.8°C.
Is the sea warm in Albania in July?
The sea averages 22°C or more at Saranda (24°C), Tirana (24°C) in July.
How much hotter is Albania than London in July?
Albania averages 30°C during the day in July, compared with London's 22°C. That makes a more heat-conscious routine sensible: keep longer walks away from midday, seek shade for breaks and choose accommodation where you can cool down comfortably.
Is the sea warm enough for swimming in July?
The sea averages 24°C, including in Saranda, making July a good choice if swimming is central to your holiday. It should feel comfortable for many swimmers, although personal tolerance varies. Warm water does not tell you what sea conditions will be like.
Should I expect rain to disrupt my holiday?
Rain is relatively infrequent, with Albania averaging 4 rainy days in July. Saranda averages 3 and Tirana 5, so Saranda has the drier outlook. Keep some flexibility in your plans, but rain is not the main weather drawback; daytime heat is.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid), 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at 2 destination points.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C