Average Monthly Sunshine in Tirana

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Tirana receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Tirana varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 354 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 93 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2526 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Tirana, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.8 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 3.1 hours per day.

Tirana’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Tirana enjoys an average of 2526 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

November, Tirana’s wettest month, receives 40 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 31°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Tirana Precipitation page.