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Shëngjin weather & best time to visit

Sun, sea & sand

Shëngjin at a glance

Best time
Jun – Sep
Warmest month
Aug · 32°
Warmest sea
Aug · 25.2°
Sunshine a year
2,560 h
Rain a year
2,043 mm
Climate
Temperate
Time zone
UTC+1 / UTC+2
Elevation
1 m

Climate in Shëngjin

Shëngjin has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 12 °C. With around 2,560 hours of sunshine a year, Shëngjin is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.1 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit Shëngjin

The best time to visit Shëngjin 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 April to May and from September to October. Rain is frequent from November to March; the wettest month is November with 327 mm.

Shëngjin through the seasons

How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.

Shëngjin in spring

Mar – May

37

Poor

  • 16–24 °C by day
  • Sea 16 °C
  • 7.0 h of sun a day
  • 33 rainy days in all

Shëngjin in summer

Jun – Aug

97

Excellent

  • 29–32 °C by day
  • Sea 24 °C
  • 10.5 h of sun a day
  • 12 rainy days in all

Shëngjin in autumn

Sep – Nov

55

Fair

  • 18–27 °C by day
  • Sea 21 °C
  • 6.1 h of sun a day
  • 34 rainy days in all

Shëngjin in winter

Dec – Feb

12

Poor

  • 12–14 °C by day
  • Sea 15 °C
  • 4.3 h of sun a day
  • 39 rainy days in all

Which month for what?

Beach & swimming

Jun – Sep

Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry

Sightseeing & hiking

Apr – May, Sep – Oct

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Rainy months

Nov – Mar

Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days

Find your perfect month

Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Shëngjin for you.

Swimming in the sea
Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: June – August

Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.

Your holiday weather, at a glance

Weather in October

Weather in October

59

Holiday weather in October

Fair

Best time to visit: June – September

Good forSightseeing & walks

A typical day in October

  1. Morning, 08:00: about 16°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 22°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 18°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 16°

06:5218:02

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 06:35–07:30 · evening 17:24–18:19
Blue hour
Morning 06:24–06:35 · evening 18:19–18:30

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 Shëngjin compared with home

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Early or late October?

In October, daytime highs fall from about 25° at the start of the month to 20° at the end. The sea cools from 22° to 20°. The days get 1.3 h shorter.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high25°20°
Night-time low15°11°
Sea22°20°
Daylight11.8 h10.5 h

What is the weather like in Shëngjin in October?

In October, Shëngjin is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 21.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 229 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Shëngjin.

More details for October

Daylight
11 h 10 min06:52 – 18:02
UV index
4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
Muggy days
0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
Wind
14 km/haverage daily peakAll months
Cloud cover
48 %on averageAll months
Hot days
0 days30 °C or moreAll months
Snow days
0 days1 cm or more of fresh snow
Time zone
UTC+2offset from UTC

How the score comes together

  • Temperatureweight 35 %63 %
  • Seaweight 25 %60 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %55 %
  • Few rainy daysweight 20 %52 %

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 Shëngjin

Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.

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July has the better holiday weather in Shëngjin: score 99 against 59. In July, days are 8 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in July. July has 7 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 5 hours longer a day in July.

October vs July, Shëngjin
MonthOctoberJuly
Holiday weather score5999better
Daytime high23°31°
Night-time low13°20°
Sea21.2°25.0°
Sunshine6.3 h11.1 hbetter
Rainy days114better
Rainfall229 mm40 mmbetter
Muggy days0better19

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Shëngjin month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

11January12° · Sea 14° · 4.2 h

In January, Shëngjin is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 14.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 217 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Shëngjin.

Shëngjin in January
15February14° · Sea 14° · 4.9 h

In February, Shëngjin is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 13.6 °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 193 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Shëngjin.

Shëngjin in February
18March16° · Sea 14° · 6.0 h

In March, Shëngjin is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 13.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 179 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Shëngjin.

Shëngjin in March
25April20° · Sea 16° · 6.7 h

In April, Shëngjin is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 139 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Shëngjin.

Shëngjin in April
68May24° · Sea 19° · 8.2 h

In May, Shëngjin is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 19.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 111 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Shëngjin.

Shëngjin in May
96June29° · Sea 23° · 10.2 h

In June, Shëngjin is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 23.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 67 mm in total. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Shëngjin.

Shëngjin in June
99July31° · Sea 25° · 11.1 h

In July, Shëngjin is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 40 mm in total. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Shëngjin.

Shëngjin in July
96August32° · Sea 25° · 10.2 h

In August, Shëngjin is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 25.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 62 mm in total. On about 23 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 Shëngjin.

Shëngjin in August
88September27° · Sea 24° · 7.8 h

In September, Shëngjin is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 23.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 217 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Shëngjin.

Shëngjin in September
59October23° · Sea 21° · 6.3 h

In October, Shëngjin is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 21.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 229 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Shëngjin.

Shëngjin in October
17November18° · Sea 19° · 4.3 h

In November, Shëngjin is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 19.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 327 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Shëngjin.

Shëngjin in November
9December13° · Sea 16° · 3.9 h

In December, Shëngjin is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 16.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 261 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Shëngjin.

Shëngjin in December

Climate in detail

Climate through the year

Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.

Best time to visit

Nights and sleep in Shëngjin

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)

CoolOctober: nights around 13°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.

The coolest nights are in January (4°), the warmest in August (21°). 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 in September. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to March, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 59 days a year, mostly from July to August.

Temperatures through the year

Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.

OctoberDay 23°Night 13°Sea 21°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan1112°4°14.2°4.2 h13217
FebruaryFeb1514°5°13.6°4.9 h12193
MarchMar1816°7°13.8°6.0 h12179
AprilApr2520°10°15.6°6.7 h12139
MayMay6824°15°19.2°8.2 h9111
JuneJun9629°18°23.1°10.2 h567
JulyJul9931°20°25.0°11.1 h440
AugustAug9632°21°25.2°10.2 h462
SeptemberSep8827°17°23.6°7.8 h9217
OctoberOct5923°13°21.2°6.3 h11229
NovemberNov1718°9°19.1°4.3 h14327
DecemberDec913°6°16.2°3.9 h14261

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

41.81° N, 19.59° E · 1 m · Europe/Tirane

Swimming calendar

Sea temperature in Shëngjin

Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.

Sea in October21.2°Crefreshing

8 in 10 years: 20.0 – 22.6 °C

Swimming season: Jun – Oct

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 21.2°8 in 10 years 20.0° – 22.6°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in Shëngjin ranges from 13.6 °C in February to 25.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.

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 24.0 and 26.6 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan14.2°13.6°14.9°cold
FebruaryFeb13.6°12.9°14.4°cold
MarchMar13.8°13.1°14.5°cold
AprilApr15.6°14.8°16.7°cold
MayMay19.2°18.0°20.4°fresh
JuneJun23.1°22.1°24.4°pleasant
JulyJul25.0°23.6°26.2°pleasant
AugustAug25.2°24.0°26.6°pleasant
SeptemberSep23.6°22.4°25.4°pleasant
OctoberOct21.2°20.0°22.6°refreshing
NovemberNov19.1°17.9°20.3°fresh
DecemberDec16.2°15.0°17.3°cold
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in Shëngjin

Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
2,560 hours
Sunniest month
Jul · 11.1 h a day
Least sunshine
Dec · 3.9 h a day
OctoberSunshine 6.3 hDaylight 11.2 hShare of daylight 56 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 6.3 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Shëngjin, 56 % 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 Shëngjin: 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.

Per year
2,043 mm on 118 days
Wettest month
Nov · 327 mm
Driest month
Jul · 40 mm
OctoberRainy days 11Rainfall 229 mm

In October, Shëngjin has about 11 rainy days with 229 mm of rain in total.

Sun protection

UV index in Shëngjin

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 9).

Minutes until sunburn in October

Very fair skin
about 35 min
Fair skin
about 45 min
Light brown skin
about 65 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 Shëngjin

How breezy and how cloudy Shëngjin 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.

Year average
16 km/h · gentle breeze
Windiest month
Dec · 18 km/h
Calmest month
Jun · 14 km/h
OctoberWind 14 km/hBeaufort 3
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in Shëngjin typically peaks at 14 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.

Year average
45 % · mostly sunny
Clearest month
Jul · 17 %
Cloudiest month
Nov · 59 %
OctoberCloud cover 48 %Sunshine 6.3 h

In October, cloud covers on average 48 % of the sky over Shëngjin: variable cloud, with about 6.3 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 Shëngjin

How often the day gets hot in Shëngjin (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.

Hot days a year
61 days
Hottest month
Aug · 32 °C
Hot months
Jul – Aug

Heat calendar

  • pleasant
  • some hot or muggy days
  • often muggy
  • often hot
  • hot and muggy
OctoberHot days (30 °C+) 0Daytime high 23 °C

In October, Shëngjin 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 Shëngjin

Weather for your travel dates

Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.

Shëngjin 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.

Shëngjin has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 97) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 10).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    23

    Poor

    • 19 °C by day
    • Sea 15 °C
    • 6.5 h of sun a day
    • 12 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain

  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    74

    Good

    • 25 °C by day
    • Sea 20 °C
    • 8.6 h of sun a day
    • 8 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    97

    ExcellentBest holidays

    • 32 °C by day
    • Sea 25 °C
    • 10.5 h of sun a day
    • 4 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

  • October half-term

    Oct

    59

    Fair

    • 23 °C by day
    • Sea 21 °C
    • 6.3 h of sun a day
    • 11 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    10

    Poor

    • 13 °C by day
    • Sea 15 °C
    • 4.1 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 45 min
Distance
1,860 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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Shëngjin vs Lezhë

In October the holiday weather in Shëngjin and Lezhë is about equally good (score 59 vs 59). During the day it is about as warm in Lezhë as in Shëngjin. The sea is about equally warm.

Shëngjin vs Lezhë, in October
in OctoberShëngjinLezhë
Holiday weather score5959
Daytime high23°23°
Sea21°21°
Sunshine6 h6 h
Rainy days1110
Best timeJun – SepJun – Sep

Through the year

OctoberShëngjin 23°Lezhë 23°
ShëngjinLezhë
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In October, Shëngjin ranks 18 of 20 destinations in this country.

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  9. 18ShëngjinThis page23°21°59
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Frequently asked questions about Shëngjin

When is the best time to visit Shëngjin?

The best time to visit Shëngjin 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 Shëngjin?

The sea temperature in Shëngjin ranges from 13.6 °C in February to 25.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.

Can you swim in Shëngjin in October?

Yes. In October the sea averages 21.2 °C – refreshing for a swim.

What is the warmest month in Shëngjin?

August is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 21 °C. January is the coolest month at 12 °C.

When does it rain most in Shëngjin?

Rain is frequent from November to March; the wettest month is November with 327 mm. The driest month is July with 40 mm.

How many hours of sunshine does Shëngjin get?

Shëngjin gets around 2,560 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.1 hours a day; in December there are 3.9 hours a day.

What time zone is Shëngjin in?

Shëngjin is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.

How long is the flight from London to Shëngjin?

A nonstop flight from London to Shëngjin takes about 2 h 45 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,860 km.

Which school holidays are best for Shëngjin?

Shëngjin has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 97) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 10). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 23, May half-term 74, summer holidays 97, October half-term 59, Christmas holidays 10.