Gjirokastra Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Visitors to Gjirokastra can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C (86°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 10°C (50°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 18°C (64°F) in August to around 1°C (34°F) during January.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Gjirokastra is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1461 mm (58 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, November it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 227 mm (8.9 in) of precipitation, recorded across 14 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month July brings less rainfall, with 27 mm (1.1 in) over 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Gjirokastra Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Gjirokastra.

The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 75%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 57%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year