Albania · December
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 14° (57°)9– (48–)18 (64) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)19 (66) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)22 (72) | 21° (70°)14– (57–)25 (77) | 25° (77°)18– (64–)30 (86) | 30° (86°)23– (73–)36 (97) | 33° (91°)27– (81–)37 (99) | 34° (93°)29– (84–)38 (100) | 29° (84°)23– (73–)33 (91) | 24° (75°)18– (64–)27 (81) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)24 (75) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)20 (68) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)11 (52) | 6° (43°)-1– (30–)12 (54) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)13 (55) | 11° (52°)6– (43–)15 (59) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)18 (64) | 19° (66°)13– (55–)22 (72) | 21° (70°)17– (63–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)17– (63–)24 (75) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)21 (70) | 14° (57°)8– (46–)19 (66) | 10° (50°)2– (36–)17 (63) | 6° (43°)-1– (30–)14 (57) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 5 | 8h UV 7 | 10h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 12h UV 9 | 12h UV 9 | 11h UV 8 | 9h UV 7 | 7h UV 5 | 5h UV 4 | 5h UV 3 |
🌊Water Temp | 15° (59°) | 14° (57°) | 15° (59°) | 16° (61°) | 20° (68°) | 23° (73°) | 24° (75°) | 25° (77°) | 24° (75°) | 22° (72°) | 20° (68°) | 17° (63°) |
🌧Rain Days | 10d148mm (5.8") | 9d131mm (5.1") | 9d102mm (4.0") | 5d46mm (1.8") | 4d43mm (1.7") | 3d24mm (1.0") | 1d8mm (0.3") | 2d18mm (0.7") | 5d84mm (3.3") | 7d131mm (5.1") | 10d178mm (7.0") | 10d162mm (6.4") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Deep off-season — very low prices, but weather conditions are suboptimal.
December is not among the recommended travel months for Albania — climate conditions are unfavourable. Ideal travel is in May, June, July, August, and September.
Daytime highs average 16°C (61°F), cooling to 6°C (43°F) at night (daily average: 11°C (52°F)). Peaks reach around 20°C (68°F), the coldest nights around -1°C (30°F) — frost does occur. With 5 sunshine hours per day and 10 rain days (162 mm (6.4 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 17°C (63°F), the water is still quite cool in December — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Winter on the Riviera: 14 to 15°C (57 to 59°F) on the coast, but with nine to ten rain days a month the wettest stretch of the year. Tirana carries on as normal while Ksamil and Himara are closed — and there is snow inland.
Packing list for Albania in December
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Jumper or fleece
- Warm jacket for frosty nights
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Albania?
- No — December is not among the recommended months for Albania (Score: 28/100). Climate conditions are unfavourable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Albania in December?
- In December, Albania sees daily highs of 16°C (61°F). Nights cool to 6°C (43°F), with a daily average of 11°C (52°F). Peaks reach around 20°C (68°F), the coldest nights around -1°C (30°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Albania in December?
- In December, Albania receives an average of 162 mm (6.4 in) of rain over 10 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Albania get in December?
- Albania averages 5 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Albania in December?
- Water temperature in Albania in December averages 17°C (63°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.