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Albania, Colombia

La Guajira Department · Colombia

Albania is a small city in La Guajira Department, Colombia with a population of 26,940. Elevation: 308 ft (94 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

26,940 Population 105/sq mi density
308 ft Elevation 94 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
41.2 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone

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About Albania

Albania

Albania, officially the Republic of Albania, is a country in Southeast Europe. It is located in the Balkans, on the Adriatic and Ionian Seas within the Mediterranean Sea, and shares land borders with Montenegro to the northwest, Kosovo to the northeast, North Macedonia to the east and Greece to the south. With an area of 28,748 km2 (11,100 sq mi), it has a varied range of climatic, geological, hydrological and morphological conditions. Albania's landscapes range from rugged snow-capped mountains in the Albanian Alps and the Korab, Skanderbeg, Pindus and Ceraunian Mountains, to fertile lowland plains extending from the Adriatic and Ionian seacoasts. Tirana is the capital and largest city in the country, followed by Durrës, Vlorë, and Shkodër.

People

Population26,940
Density105/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Population26,940
Population Density105 / sq mi
Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Coordinates11.1610°, -72.5924°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceLa Guajira Department
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation41.2 inches (1,046 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Albania

Albania is a small city in Colombia (La Guajira Department) with a population of 26,940. The city sits at an elevation of 308 feet (94 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.

Climate in Albania

Albania has an average annual temperature of 26.5°C (80°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.8°C), the coldest is Jan (25.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 697 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.1°C / 77°F 19.6° / 33.2° 10.7
Feb 25.7°C / 78°F 20° / 35.4° 10.2
Mar 26.3°C / 79°F 20.3° / 35.2° 11.7
Apr 26.9°C / 80°F 21.4° / 36.8° 39.8
May 27.5°C / 81°F 22.8° / 37.1° 135.4
Jun 27.1°C / 81°F 22.6° / 35.2° 55.0
Jul 27.7°C / 82°F 22.4° / 36.6° 35.4
Aug 27.8°C / 82°F 22.8° / 37.4° 52.4
Sep 27.1°C / 81°F 22° / 35.7° 94.8
Oct 26.3°C / 79°F 21.5° / 34.1° 135.1
Nov 25.6°C / 78°F 21.2° / 32° 94.2
Dec 25.6°C / 78°F 20.5° / 33.2° 22.2
Albania has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 308 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.6°F
49% above Colombia avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Area255.9 sq mi (662.8 km²)
Population Density105/sq mi
Coordinates11.1610°N, 72.5924°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.2"
8% above Colombia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.87"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

55 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Sep 28, 2024.

Feb 6, 1990 7 km NW of Machiques, Venezuela M5.3 116 km
Feb 12, 2017 82 km NW of Manaure, Colombia M5.2 133 km
Jul 22, 2020 25 km SE of Albania, Colombia M5.1 25 km
May 16, 2013 82 km NW of Riohacha, Colombia M5.0 137 km
Sep 29, 2019 87 km NNW of Dibulla, Colombia M4.9 150 km
May 12, 2024 65 km NNW of Dibulla, Colombia M4.9 123 km
Jun 9, 2017 5 km S of Uribia, Colombia M4.9 67 km
Feb 20, 2004 56 km ENE of Aracataca, Colombia M4.8 130 km
Mar 14, 2014 20 km SE of Manaure Balcón del Cesar, Colombia M4.7 103 km
Aug 9, 2015 43 km SE of Albania, Colombia M4.7 44 km
May 9, 2015 17 km NE of Maicao, Colombia M4.7 63 km
Feb 6, 2022 13 km NNE of Valledupar, Colombia M4.7 94 km
Feb 26, 2004 36 km ESE of Barrancas, Colombia M4.6 39 km
Sep 28, 2024 60 km NNW of Dibulla, Colombia M4.6 121 km
Mar 23, 2014 17 km NNE of Valledupar, Colombia M4.6 90 km
Jun 1, 2014 27 km ESE of Manaure Balcón del Cesar, Colombia M4.6 97 km
May 12, 2024 62 km NNW of Dibulla, Colombia M4.6 122 km
Apr 13, 1994 19 km SSE of Dibulla, Colombia M4.6 74 km
Jul 13, 2019 13 km ENE of Agustín Codazzi, Colombia M4.6 132 km
Jul 6, 2007 9 km E of Machiques, Venezuela M4.6 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Matthew Category 5 249 km
2007 Felix Category 5 279 km
1988 Joan:miriam Category 1 169 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.6 in
March 80°F (27°C) 0.8 in
April 81°F (27°C) 3.6 in
May 81°F (27°C) 5.9 in
June 82°F (28°C) 3.5 in
July 83°F (28°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 4.2 in
September 81°F (27°C) 6.0 in
October 80°F (27°C) 7.9 in Wettest
November 80°F (26°C) 4.6 in
December 79°F (26°C) 1.7 in

Albania has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.9") and January the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Albania

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sede Princ,ipal Mañature - - - -
Centro Etnoeducativo #9 soldado paratebien - - - -
Colegio Cristiana Manahain - - - -
Centro Educativo Camino Al Futuro - - - -
Centro Educativo Eduardo Pinto Aragon De Porciosa - - - -
Escuela Nva Maria Auxiliadora - - - -
Escuela Rural Mixta De Roche - - - -
Escuela Rur De Pitulumana - - - -
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Radio Stations near Albania

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Cardenal Stereo 94.7 FM musica, vallenato MP3 96 kbps
fiesta stereo 107.7 fm Barrancas - AAC+ 128 kbps
FRONTERA STEREO 89.1 FM entretenimiento, music AAC

Clinics in Albania

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CO #394489926

Gas Stations in Albania

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CO #394480218

Airports Near Albania

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alfonso López Pumarejo AirportVUPMedium Airport
Almirante Padilla AirportRCHMedium Airport
Jorge Isaac AirportMCJMedium Airport
Buenavista Airport-Small Airport
Campo Alegre Airport-Small Airport
Cerrejón Central Airport-Small Airport
Cotoprix Airport-Small Airport
Maicao Airport-Small Airport
Manaure Airport-Small Airport
Ríohacha Highway Strip-Small Airport
San Juan Del César Airport-Small Airport
San Juan Del César AirportSJHSmall Airport
Villanueva Airport-Small Airport

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Bogota
Elevation
110 m (361 ft)

🇨🇴 About Colombia

Capital Bogota
Population 49,648,685
Area 1,138,910 km²
GDP (USD) $366,291,836,138
GDP per capita $7,001
HDI 0.758
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 77.3%
Urban population 78.3%
Currency COP (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +57
TLD .co
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Colombia

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Jan 12 Epiphany Día de los Reyes Magos
Mar 23 Saint Joseph's Day Día de San José
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Primero de Mayo
May 18 Ascension Day Ascensión del señor
Jun 8 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jun 15 Sacred Heart Sagrado Corazón
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 20 Declaration of Independence Declaracion de la Independencia de Colombia
Aug 7 Battle of Boyacá Batalla de Boyacá
Aug 17 Assumption of Mary La Asunción
Oct 12 Columbus Day Día de la Raza
Nov 2 All Saints’ Day Dia de los Santos
Nov 16 Independence of Cartagena Independencia de Cartagena
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception La Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Albania

What is the population of Albania?

Albania has a population of 26,940 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 105 people per square mile, spread across 255.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Albania?

Albania has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.2 inches.

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