AI-generatedElbasan at a glance
- Best time
- Mar – Jun, Sep – Nov
- Warmest month
- Aug · 33°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,640 h
- Rain a year
- 916 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 126 m
Climate in Elbasan
Elbasan has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while January is the coolest at 12 °C. With around 2,640 hours of sunshine a year, Elbasan is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.9 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Elbasan
The best time to visit Elbasan is from March to June and from September to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from March to May and from October to November. From July to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 33 °C. The wettest month is November with 122 mm of precipitation.
Elbasan through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Elbasan in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 17–25 °C by day
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 31 rainy days in all
Elbasan in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 30–33 °C by day
- 10.3 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days in all
Elbasan in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 18–28 °C by day
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days in all
Elbasan in winter
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 12–14 °C by day
- 4.8 h of sun a day
- 31 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – May, Oct – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Jul – Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: April – May, October
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: March – June, September – November
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 14°
- Midday, 13:00: about 23°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 17°
- Night, 23:00: about 14°
06:5018:01
Cool evenings: pack a jumper or a jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:33–07:27 · evening 17:24–18:18
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:22–06:33 · evening 18:18–18:29
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Elbasan compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 26° at the start of the month to 21° at the end. The days get 1.3 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 26° | 21° |
| Night-time low | 12° | 9° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.5 h |
What is the weather like in Elbasan in October?
In October, Elbasan is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 96 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Elbasan.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 11 min06:50 – 18:01
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 12 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 44 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %58 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %65 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Elbasan
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
May has the better holiday weather in Elbasan: score 86 against 81. In May, days are 2 °C warmer than in October. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in May.
| Month | October | May |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 81 | 86better |
| Daytime high | 23° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 11° |
| Sunshine | 6.5 h | 8.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 9 | 9 |
| Rainfall | 96 mm | 66 mmbetter |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Elbasan month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
43January12° · 4.7 h
In January, Elbasan is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 97 mm in total. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Elbasan.
Elbasan in January54February14° · 5.3 h
In February, Elbasan is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 84 mm in total. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Elbasan.
Elbasan in February71March17° · 6.4 h
In March, Elbasan is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 100 mm in total. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Elbasan.
Elbasan in March78April21° · 7.0 h
In April, Elbasan is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 79 mm in total. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Elbasan.
Elbasan in April86May25° · 8.3 h
In May, Elbasan is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 66 mm in total. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Elbasan.
Elbasan in May77June30° · 10.2 h
In June, Elbasan is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. With around 10.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 37 mm. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Elbasan.
Elbasan in June62July33° · 10.9 h
In July, Elbasan is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. With around 10.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 22 mm in total. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Elbasan.
Elbasan in July59August33° · 9.9 h
In August, Elbasan is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. With around 9.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 27 mm in total. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Elbasan.
Elbasan in August80September28° · 8.0 h
In September, Elbasan is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 79 mm. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Elbasan.
Elbasan in September81October23° · 6.5 h
In October, Elbasan is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 96 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Elbasan.
Elbasan in October72November18° · 5.0 h
In November, Elbasan is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 122 mm in total. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Elbasan.
Elbasan in November45December13° · 4.4 h
In December, Elbasan is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 109 mm in total. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Elbasan.
Elbasan in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Elbasan
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
CoolOctober: nights around 11°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in January (2°), the warmest in August (18°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from June to September. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from November to April, so the room should be heated.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 43 | 12° | 2° | 4.7 h | 10 | 97 |
| FebruaryFeb | 54 | 14° | 2° | 5.3 h | 10 | 84 |
| MarchMar | 71 | 17° | 4° | 6.4 h | 11 | 100 |
| AprilApr | 78 | 21° | 7° | 7.0 h | 11 | 79 |
| MayMay | 86 | 25° | 11° | 8.3 h | 9 | 66 |
| JuneJun | 77 | 30° | 15° | 10.2 h | 6 | 37 |
| JulyJul | 62 | 33° | 18° | 10.9 h | 4 | 22 |
| AugustAug | 59 | 33° | 18° | 9.9 h | 4 | 27 |
| SeptemberSep | 80 | 28° | 15° | 8.0 h | 8 | 79 |
| OctoberOct | 81 | 23° | 11° | 6.5 h | 9 | 96 |
| NovemberNov | 72 | 18° | 7° | 5.0 h | 11 | 122 |
| DecemberDec | 45 | 13° | 3° | 4.4 h | 11 | 109 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Elbasan
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.5 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Elbasan, 58 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Elbasan: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Elbasan has about 9 rainy days with 96 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Elbasan
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 4 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 10).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 35 min
- Fair skin
- about 45 min
- Light brown skin
- about 60 min
- Olive skin
- about 80 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Elbasan
How breezy and how cloudy Elbasan is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Elbasan typically peaks at 12 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 44 % of the sky over Elbasan: mostly sunny, with about 6.5 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Elbasan
How often the day gets hot in Elbasan (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Elbasan has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 23 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Elbasan
Weather for your travel dates
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Elbasan in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Elbasan has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 84) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 44).
- 76
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 19 °C by day
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 84
May half-term
May – Jun
ExcellentBest holidays
- 26 °C by day
- 8.7 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 60
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 33 °C by day
- 10.3 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 81
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 23 °C by day
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 44
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 13 °C by day
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 50 min
- Distance
- 1,940 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Albania
- Currency
- Albanian Lek (ALL)
- Language
- Albanian
- Sockets
- Type C, F · 220 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +355
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Elbasan vs Tirana
In October the holiday weather in Elbasan and Tirana is about equally good (score 81 vs 82). During the day it is about as warm in Tirana as in Elbasan.
| in October | Elbasan | Tirana |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 81 | 82 |
| Daytime high | 23° | 23° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 9 | 9 |
| Best time | Mar – Jun, Sep – Nov | Apr – Jul, Sep – Nov |
Through the year
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Albania in October: the best places
In October, Elbasan ranks 2 of 24 destinations in this country.
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Frequently asked questions about Elbasan
When is the best time to visit Elbasan?
The best time to visit Elbasan is from March to June and from September to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Elbasan?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 18 °C. January is the coolest month at 12 °C.
When does it rain most in Elbasan?
The wettest month is November with 122 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 22 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Elbasan get?
Elbasan gets around 2,640 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.9 hours a day; in December there are 4.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Elbasan in?
Elbasan is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Elbasan?
A nonstop flight from London to Elbasan takes about 2 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,940 km.
Which school holidays are best for Elbasan?
Elbasan has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 84) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 44). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 76, May half-term 84, summer holidays 60, October half-term 81, Christmas holidays 44.