AI-generatedHimarë at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 24.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,720 h
- Rain a year
- 1,193 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 3 m
Climate in Himarë
Himarë has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 13 °C. With around 2,720 hours of sunshine a year, Himarë is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Himarë
The best time to visit Himarë is from June to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from March to June and from September to October. Rain is frequent from November to December; the wettest month is November with 211 mm.
Himarë through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Himarë in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 16–23 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days in all
Himarë in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 27–30 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 10.7 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days in all
Himarë in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 18–26 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 31 rainy days in all
Himarë in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 13–14 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 4.9 h of sun a day
- 36 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – Jun, Sep – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Nov – Dec
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: June – August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: June – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 17°
- Midday, 13:00: about 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 17°
06:5018:03
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
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 17:26–18:20
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:23–06:33 · evening 18:20–18:30
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 Himarë compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 24° at the start of the month to 20° at the end. The sea cools from 23° to 21°. The days get 1.2 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 24° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 13° |
| Sea | 23° | 21° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.6 h |
What is the weather like in Himarë in October?
In October, Himarë is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 148 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Himarë.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 13 min06:50 – 18:03
- 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
- 48 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %57 %
- Seaweight 25 %74 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %58 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %59 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Himarë
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
August has the better holiday weather in Himarë: score 100 against 62. In August, days are 8 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 3 °C warmer in August. August has 7 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 62 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 22° |
| Sea | 22.2° | 24.9° |
| Sunshine | 6.5 h | 10.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 10 | 3better |
| Rainfall | 148 mm | 20 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 17 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Himarë month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
15January13° · Sea 16° · 4.9 h
In January, Himarë is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 138 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Himarë.
Himarë in January19February13° · Sea 15° · 5.4 h
In February, Himarë is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 15.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 122 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Himarë.
Himarë in February22March16° · Sea 15° · 6.6 h
In March, Himarë is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 15.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 109 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Himarë.
Himarë in March26April19° · Sea 16° · 7.2 h
In April, Himarë is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 72 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Himarë.
Himarë in April64May23° · Sea 19° · 8.5 h
In May, Himarë is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 52 mm. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Himarë.
Himarë in May93June27° · Sea 22° · 10.5 h
In June, Himarë is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 22.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 26 mm in total. On about 5 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Himarë.
Himarë in June99July30° · Sea 24° · 11.4 h
In July, Himarë is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 23.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 13 mm in total. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Himarë.
Himarë in July100August30° · Sea 25° · 10.3 h
In August, Himarë is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 24.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 20 mm in total. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Himarë.
Himarë in August91September26° · Sea 24° · 8.4 h
In September, Himarë is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 24.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 105 mm. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Himarë.
Himarë in September62October22° · Sea 22° · 6.5 h
In October, Himarë is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 148 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Himarë.
Himarë in October25November18° · Sea 20° · 5.0 h
In November, Himarë is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 20.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 211 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Himarë.
Himarë in November14December14° · Sea 18° · 4.5 h
In December, Himarë is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 17.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 176 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Himarë.
Himarë in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Himarë
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°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 15°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open.
The coolest nights are in January (6°), the warmest in August (22°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to June and from September to October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from January to February, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 43 days a year, mostly in August.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15 | 13° | 6° | 15.7° | 4.9 h | 12 | 138 |
| FebruaryFeb | 19 | 13° | 6° | 15.0° | 5.4 h | 11 | 122 |
| MarchMar | 22 | 16° | 8° | 15.0° | 6.6 h | 11 | 109 |
| AprilApr | 26 | 19° | 11° | 16.0° | 7.2 h | 9 | 72 |
| MayMay | 64 | 23° | 15° | 18.7° | 8.5 h | 7 | 52 |
| JuneJun | 93 | 27° | 19° | 22.0° | 10.5 h | 4 | 26 |
| JulyJul | 99 | 30° | 22° | 23.8° | 11.4 h | 2 | 13 |
| AugustAug | 100 | 30° | 22° | 24.9° | 10.3 h | 3 | 20 |
| SeptemberSep | 91 | 26° | 18° | 24.1° | 8.4 h | 9 | 105 |
| OctoberOct | 62 | 22° | 15° | 22.2° | 6.5 h | 10 | 148 |
| NovemberNov | 25 | 18° | 11° | 20.1° | 5.0 h | 13 | 211 |
| DecemberDec | 14 | 14° | 8° | 17.5° | 4.5 h | 13 | 176 |
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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Sea temperature in Himarë
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 21.4 – 23.3 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Nov
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Himarë ranges from 15.0 °C in February to 24.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
From November to February the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 23.0 and 26.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.7° | 15.0° | 16.9° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 15.0° | 14.4° | 15.7° | cold |
| MarchMar | 15.0° | 14.2° | 15.7° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.0° | 15.5° | 16.8° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.7° | 17.9° | 19.5° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.0° | 21.0° | 23.3° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 23.8° | 22.3° | 24.9° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 24.9° | 23.0° | 26.4° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 24.1° | 23.0° | 25.7° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 22.2° | 21.4° | 23.3° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 20.1° | 18.7° | 21.2° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 17.5° | 16.3° | 18.6° | fresh |
Sunshine hours in Himarë
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 Himarë, 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 in Himarë: 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, Himarë has about 10 rainy days with 148 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Himarë
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 40 min
- Light brown skin
- about 60 min
- Olive skin
- about 75 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 and clouds in Himarë
How breezy and how cloudy Himarë 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 Himarë typically peaks at 12 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 48 % of the sky over Himarë: variable cloud, 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 and humidity in Himarë
How often the day gets hot in Himarë (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, Himarë has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 22 °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 Himarë
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Himarë 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.
Himarë has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 15).
- 25
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 70
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 8.9 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 100
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.7 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 62
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 15
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 13 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 55 min
- Distance
- 2,000 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.
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Himarë vs Drymades
In October the holiday weather in Himarë and Drymades is about equally good (score 62 vs 61). During the day it is about as warm in Drymades as in Himarë. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Himarë | Drymades |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 62 | 61 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 22° |
| Sea | 22° | 22° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 10 | 10 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Himarë
When is the best time to visit Himarë?
The best time to visit Himarë is from June to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Himarë?
The sea temperature in Himarë ranges from 15.0 °C in February to 24.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
Can you swim in Himarë in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Himarë?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 13 °C.
When does it rain most in Himarë?
Rain is frequent from November to December; the wettest month is November with 211 mm. The driest month is July with 13 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Himarë get?
Himarë gets around 2,720 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.4 hours a day; in December there are 4.5 hours a day.
What time zone is Himarë in?
Himarë is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Himarë?
A nonstop flight from London to Himarë takes about 2 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,000 km.
Which school holidays are best for Himarë?
Himarë has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 15). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 25, May half-term 70, summer holidays 100, October half-term 62, Christmas holidays 15.