Temperature in Albania in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Albania this January.

Albania, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 2°C (36°F) in Valbonë to 13°C (55°F) in Divjakë. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Divjakë and -6°C (21°F) in Valbonë. January falls during the winter season. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Albania in January?

To get a sense of January's typical temperatures in the key spots of Albania, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

Albania temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Albania in January?

Average daytime highs in Albania during January reach about 12°C (54°F) in Sarandë.

How cold does it get at night in Albania in January?

Nighttime temperatures in Sarandë typically drop to around 6°C (43°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in Albania?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Divjakë clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 13°C (55°F), and evenings that remain near 6°C (43°F).

What is the coldest city in January in Albania?

When looking through our records, we find that Valbonë stands out as the coolest city in Albania for the month of January. Daytime highs average 2°C (36°F) and it cools down to about -6°C (21°F) at night.

What is the water temperature in January?

The water temperature averages approximately 14°C (57°F) in Vlorë this month, so not the best month to swim.

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