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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Pukë.
Pukë, Albania, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 29°C (84°F) in August, while winters cool to 7°C (45°F) in January.
With around 1708 mm (67 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Pukë has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed, the city has warm summers and cold winters. The wettest month is December. The sunniest month is July, with 11.6 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Pukë. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 7°C (45°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 17°C (63°F) in August to -2°C (28°F) in January.
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Pukë has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1708 mm (67 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Pukë can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 214 mm (8.4 in) of precipitation over 13 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (August), you will experience much drier conditions, with 51 mm (2 in) of precipitation spread across 7 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Pukë Precipitation page.
Pukë can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 11.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 3.9 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Pukë.
The city experiences its highest humidity in May, reaching 71%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Pukë. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Pukë has warm summers and cold winters.
Daytime highs range from 7°C (45°F) in January to 29°C (84°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from -2°C (28°F) to 17°C (63°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1708 mm (67 in). December is the wettest month with 214 mm (8.4 in), while August is the driest with 51 mm (2 in).
Pukë receives around 2,561 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 347 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 117 hours. Overall, Pukë enjoys abundant sunshine.
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Valbona Valley National Park: The Hidden Gem of Albania
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