Albania

Albania Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Albania in January.

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Sarandë Tirana Durrës Vlorë

Planning a trip to Albania this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Albania in January

Albania offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In January, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to mild, and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Valbonë at 2°C (36°F) and mild in Divjakë at 13°C (55°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Divjakë and -6°C (21°F) in Valbonë. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

For specific regional insights in Albania, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Korçë with an average of 76 mm (3 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Lukovë with 174 mm (6.9 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Albania in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Albania

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Albania?

Temperature range in Albania (January)

Precipitation variation in Albania (January)

Sarandë

In January Sarandë generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
209 mm (8.2 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sarandë →

Tirana

In January Tirana generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
93 hours
131 hours
122 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tirana →

Ksamil

In January Ksamil generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
186 mm (7.3 in)
127 mm (5 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ksamil →

Durrës

In January Durrës generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
93 hours
131 hours
122 hours
Monthly rainfall
164 mm (6.5 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Durrës →

Vlorë

In January Vlorë generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
100 hours
132 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
141 mm (5.6 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Vlorë →

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In our records: Albania January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Albania in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Albania dropped to -29°C (-20°F) in Ersekë on January 17, 2012.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Albania in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sarandë 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
Tirana 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Durrës 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Vlorë 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Shkodër 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)
Pogradec 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)

Albania weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Albania in January?

Expect poor weather across Albania in January. The popular destination of Sarandë averages 12°C (54°F) by day and 6°C (43°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Albania in January?

Average temperatures in Albania during January range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 12°C (54°F) in Sarandë.

Does Albania get a lot of rain in January?

Yes, January tends to be a wetter month in Albania. Average rainfall in Sarandë sits around 146 mm (5.7 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Albania?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Sarandë, January may not be the ideal time to visit Albania.

On average, the best time to visit Albania is in May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Sarandë. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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