Weather in Saranda in September

How September compares

September is the 4th warmest month of the year in Saranda and ranks 77th of 134 destinations we compare for September - see where else is hot in September. Within Albania it is 1st of 2 (Albania in September). Against London's average high of 18.6°C in September, Saranda is 7.5°C warmer by day and 7.1°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in September

The typical September day in Saranda peaks at 26.1°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 30.1°C or more. About 63% of days top 25°C and 1 in 9 pass 30°C. Nights average 18.3°C; one night in ten drops to 15.4°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest September day here reached 33.8°C (2008-09-09) and the coldest night 10.8°C (1996-09-30).

Rain in September

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 8 days with 1 mm or more, 119 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest September was 2002 with 430 mm, the driest 2018 with 4 mm. Humidity averages 73%.

Sea temperature in September

The sea averages 24.3°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 23.2°C to 25.8°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (25.4°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 8.0 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 12.2 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:21 and sets about 18:49 local time in mid-September. Average cloud cover is 35%.

Is September a good time to visit Saranda?

Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, manageable rain and long sunny days. The best months for Saranda on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Warm enough for summer clothes, with some hotter days

Saranda still feels hot during the day in September, rather than merely mild. Temperatures reach 25°C on 63% of days, so light clothing should do most of the work. The catch is that September does not rule out stronger heat: 11% of days reach 30°C, making shade and a slower pace sensible around midday. Humidity averages 73%, which can make warm conditions feel sticky. This suits travellers who want plenty of warmth without choosing the peak summer months, though it is not a reliably cool option for being active all day. Keep more demanding outings flexible rather than fixing them for the middle of the day.

Good swimming conditions, but keep plans flexible

The sea is a strong reason to choose September. At an average of 24.3°C, it is warm enough for swimming rather than just a quick, bracing dip. The year-to-year range of 23°C to 26°C also supports September as a sensible month for a swimming holiday, although personal comfort varies. Sunshine averages about 8 hours a day, giving you useful scope for time by the water. Treat that as an average, not a daily promise. If swimming is your priority, make use of settled weather when it arrives and keep other plans movable, rather than saving all your time in the sea for later in the trip.

Rain is the main compromise

September is wet enough that rain needs to be part of your decision, not an afterthought. About 8 days receive measurable rain, so a completely dry holiday is not something to count on. That does not mean those days are necessarily washouts, but neither should you assume any rain will pass quickly. A light waterproof is more useful than packing only summer clothes, and flexible plans will serve you better than a schedule dependent on sunshine. The balance suits travellers happy to swap outdoor time around the forecast. If uninterrupted dry weather matters more than warm water, September is a less convincing choice.