Tirana weather by month

When to go to Tirana

For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: June, July, August, September. November is the wettest month (139 mm, about 11 rainy days) and August the driest (31 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 25.1°C and coolest in February at 13.8°C.

Getting there

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA, 13 km from Tirana) takes roughly 3 h 6 min - short-haul (up to 4.5 h) by UK standards. Time-zone: Europe/Tirane.

Records and extremes, 1991-2020

The hottest day recorded in Tirana between 1991 and 2020 reached 39.3°C on 24 July 2007; the coldest fell to -9.3°C on 8 January 2017. In August one day in ten tops 34.2°C and about 58% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to -1.9°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was March 2018 with 434 mm, against a March average of 117 mm.

Winter and spring: pack layers and keep plans flexible

December through February suits travellers who do not need warm weather and are happy to work around rain. December and February average 12°C by day, while January is coolest at 11°C, with nights around 2°C. A warm coat and waterproof outer layer make more sense than relying on an umbrella alone. March brings a lift to 15°C, though evenings remain cold. April reaches 18°C, making daytime walking more comfortable, but its 13 rainy days mean you should still leave room to change plans. May offers the clearest shift towards warmer city weather: days average 23°C and nights 13°C. It is a useful compromise for travellers who want warmth without midsummer heat, although showers remain part of the picture.

Summer: the sunniest weather, with a midday heat catch

June brings warm days averaging 27°C, with 10 hours of sunshine and fewer rainy days than May. It suits travellers who want plenty of outdoor time but would rather avoid the hottest conditions. July and August both average 30°C by day, so plan more demanding walks for the morning and leave midday for shade or an indoor break. July has the most sunshine, while August is the hottest month overall and the driest. Both average 5 rainy days, so rain is less likely to shape your plans than in spring. Nights stay warm, especially in August at 20°C; light clothing and somewhere comfortable to cool down become priorities.

Autumn: September warmth gives way to wetter, cooler days

September keeps much of summer's warmth without its highest daytime averages. At 26°C by day and 16°C at night, it suits travellers who want warm afternoons and more comfortable evenings, though rain becomes more frequent. October is a cooler alternative at 21°C, with nights around 12°C: take a light layer out with you rather than dressing only for the afternoon. By November, daytime temperatures fall to 16°C and nights to 8°C, so warmer clothing becomes useful again. November is also the wettest month, making it a less dependable choice for a trip built around being outdoors. Across autumn, keep plans increasingly flexible as the season progresses.