Elbasan County Weather in January

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

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Elbasan

Planning a journey to Elbasan County, Albania this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Elbasan County in January

Elbasan County, Albania is a region in Albania. January in Elbasan County generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Elbasan. 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.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Elbasan County, Albania, check out the map below.

Precipitation

January is a rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 101 mm (4 in) in Elbasan.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Elbasan typically sees 131 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Elbasan County in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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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 Elbasan County

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in Elbasan County, Albania?

Elbasan

In January Elbasan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
93 hours
131 hours
122 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
101 mm (4 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
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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.

Elbasan County weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Elbasan County, Albania in January?

January in Elbasan County, Albania brings poor weather. In Elbasan, daytime temperatures are typically around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows hover near -1°C (30°F).

What is the average temperature in Elbasan County, Albania in January?

Elbasan averages a daytime maximum of 9°C (48°F) in January, with overnight lows close to -1°C (30°F).

Does Elbasan County, Albania get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Elbasan County, Albania sees substantial snow/rainfall in January. Elbasan typically averages about 101 mm (4 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Elbasan County, Albania?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Elbasan County, Albania due to the typically poor weather in Elbasan.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June and September offering mostly perfect weather in Elbasan. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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