Best Time to Visit Gjirokastër, Gjirokastër, Albania
Gjirokastër is at its sunniest and driest in June–August.
The best time to visit Gjirokastër for sunny, dry weather is June–August — 3 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through March–September; the wetter half falls in October–February. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 4.6°C / 40.3°F in January to 23.6°C / 74.5°F in July, with rainfall from 23 mm / 0.9 in (July) to 283 mm / 11.1 in (December). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Gjirokastër, Gjirokastër, Albania's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Gjirokastër's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 20.7°C69.3°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 23.6°C74.5°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 23.4°C74.1°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Gjirokastër?
The best time to visit Gjirokastër for sunny, dry weather is June, July, August. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 23.6°C / 74.5°F, and the driest is July with about 23 mm / 0.9 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Gjirokastër's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Gjirokastër?
The rainy season at Gjirokastër, Gjirokastër runs through October–February, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 147 mm / 5.8 in. The wettest single month is December (283 mm / 11.1 in).
What is the driest month in Gjirokastër?
The driest month in Gjirokastër is July, averaging about 23 mm / 0.9 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 23.6°C / 74.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Gjirokastër?
The least comfortable months for travel to Gjirokastër — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 283 mm / 11.1 in in December, and the coldest month averages 4.6°C / 40.3°F.
Is Gjirokastër climate different from Albania overall?
Yes, usually. Our Gjirokastër figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Albania figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Gjirokastër specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.