Albania

Albania Weather in May

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

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Considering a trip to Albania this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Albania in May

May in Albania generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Lëpushë at 17°C (63°F) to warm in Karbunara e Vogël at 25°C (77°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Karbunara e Vogël and 6°C (43°F) in Lëpushë.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ksamil with an average of 55 mm (2.2 in) to high rainfall in Valbonë with 154 mm (6.1 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Albania in May

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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).

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Temperature range in Albania (May)

Precipitation variation in Albania (May)

Sarandë

In May Sarandë generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sarandë →

Tirana

In May Tirana generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
250 hours
298 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
101 mm (4 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Tirana →

Ksamil

In May Ksamil generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ksamil →

Durrës

In May Durrës generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
250 hours
298 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Durrës →

Vlorë

In May Vlorë generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
274 hours
317 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Vlorë →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sarandë 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Tirana 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Durrës 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Vlorë 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Shkodër 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Pogradec 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)

Albania weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Albania in May?

May in Albania brings perfect weather. In Sarandë, daytime temperatures are typically around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows hover near 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Albania in May?

Daytime temperatures in Sarandë peak at roughly 22°C (72°F) in May, dropping to about 15°C (59°F) overnight.

Does Albania get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Albania during May, with Sarandë averaging close to 65 mm (2.6 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Albania?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Albania. Typically, the climate in Sarandë is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Sarandë. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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