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Tirana County Weather in January

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

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

What to Expect in Tirana County in January

Tirana County, Albania is a region in Albania. January in Tirana County generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Tirana. 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 explore the conditions in Tirana County, Albania in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Kavajë with an average of 111 mm (4.4 in) to high rainfall in Durrës with 124 mm (4.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Tirana receives about 131 hours of sunlight in January, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Tirana County by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tirana County — and find the best time to visit. (based on Tirana)

Best Places to Visit in Tirana County in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Tirana County.

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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 Tirana County

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

Temperature range in Tirana County (January)

Precipitation variation in Tirana County (January)

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
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

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
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

Golem

In January Golem 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
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
93 hours
131 hours
122 hours
Monthly rainfall
157 mm (6.2 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Qerret

In January Qerret 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
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
93 hours
131 hours
122 hours
Monthly rainfall
154 mm (6.1 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Bërxull

In January Bërxull generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
93 hours
131 hours
122 hours
Monthly rainfall
154 mm (6.1 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Tirana County, in Albania.

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 Tirana County in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
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)
Golem 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Qerret 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Bërxull 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Kavajë 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)

Tirana County weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Tirana County, Albania in January. The popular destination of Tirana averages 11°C (52°F) by day and 2°C (36°F) at night during this winter month.

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

In Tirana, the average daytime high in January is 11°C (52°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 2°C (36°F).

Does Tirana County, Albania get a lot of rain in January?

Tirana typically receives notable rainfall in January, about 113 mm (4.4 in) on average across Tirana County, Albania.

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

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

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

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