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Krujë Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Krujë.
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Climate overview of Krujë
Krujë, in Albania's Durrës County, experiences significant temperature changes throughout the year. Warm summers transition to cold winters, while the area receives heavy precipitation spread across the seasons. People come to Krujë for its amazing mountain views and it is a popular day trip from Tirana. Let's explore the climate details to provide you with a complete overview on when to visit.
Krujë Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Krujë - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Krujë
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Krujë. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C (86°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 10°C (50°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 18°C (64°F) in August to around 1°C (34°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Krujë
Krujë has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1407 mm (55 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, November it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 169 mm (6.7 in) of precipitation, recorded across 14 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month July brings less rainfall, with 45 mm (1.8 in) over 6 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Krujë Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Krujë
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Krujë. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 11.8 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.1 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Tirana, Albania (20 KM, 13 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Tirana, Albania (20 KM, 13 Miles).
Daily percentage of sunshine
Data from: Tirana, Albania (20 KM, 13 Miles).
Humidity in Krujë by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Krujë.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 74%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 58%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Data from: Tirana, Albania (20 KM, 13 Miles).
Wind Speed in Krujë
The mean wind speed varies between 1 m/s (2 knots) and 1 m/s (2 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December and highest during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Data from: Tirana, Albania (20 KM, 13 Miles).
Best Time to Visit Krujë
Conditions in Krujë are generally most comfortable in June and July. They are typically least comfortable in January, February and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
wet
Feb
wet
Mar
mixed
Apr
good
May
very good
Jun
excellent
Jul
excellent
Aug
good
Sep
very good
Oct
very good
Nov
mixed
Dec
wet
- Best overall: June and July
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July
- Fewest rainy days: July, August and September
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and cold winters
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Krujë
What is the best time to visit Krujë?
June and July typically offer the most optimal weather in Krujë. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Krujë has warm summers and cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Krujë?
Daytime highs range from 10°C (50°F) in January to 30°C (86°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 1°C (34°F) to 18°C (64°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Krujë get?
Annual rainfall is around 1407 mm (55 in). November is the wettest month with 169 mm (6.7 in), while July is the driest with 45 mm (1.8 in).
How sunny is Krujë?
Krujë receives around 2,526 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 354 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 93 hours. Overall, Krujë enjoys abundant sunshine.
Krujë 3-Day Forecast
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