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Bilisht, Albania
Korçë County · Albania
Bilisht is a small city in Korçë County, Albania with a population of 7,287. Elevation: 3,038 ft (926 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bilisht
Bilisht is a town and a former municipality in Korçë County, south-eastern Albania. At the 2015 local government reform it became a subdivision and the seat of the municipality Devoll. It was the seat of the former Devoll District. The population as of the 2023 census is 7,287. The town is 9 km from the border with Greece at Kapshticë. The closest Greek village across the border is Krystallopigi in the Florina regional unit. Bilisht is at 890 meters above sea level and has a continental climate with cool summers and cold winters. It serves as an economic centre for the local agriculture, mining, food and textile industries. The football club is Bilisht Sporti.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,287 |
| Population Density | 4,924 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,038 ft (926 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.6275°, 20.9900° |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
| Country | 🇦🇱 Albania |
| State / Province | Korçë County |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.5 inches (825 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.7 inches (14 cm) |
About Bilisht
Bilisht is a small city in Albania (Korçë County) with a population of 7,287. The city sits at an elevation of 3,038 feet (926 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tirane.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.1°F |
| 9% below Albania avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 277 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,038 ft (926 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,924/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6275°N, 20.9900°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1911 | OCHRIDA LAKE | Earthquake | - | - | 34 km |
| 1866 | ALBANIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 60 | 139 km |
| 1866 | BAY OF VLORE | Earthquake | - | - | 137 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 146 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 62°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 3.4 in |
Bilisht has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 32°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.0") and June the driest (1.6").
Schools in Bilisht
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shkolla 9-vjeçare "Nevruz Gjoza" | - | - | - | - |
| Gjimnazi "Fuat Babani" | - | - | - | - |
| Shkolla 9-vjeçare "Myrteza Sala" | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bilisht
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Logos | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Έρωτας 92 (GR) | greek, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| I.M. Καστοριάς 97.9 (GR) | orthodox christian, religion | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Αμύνταιο 91.2 (GR) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CFM 99.9 (GR) | mainstream, pop music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Alpha Καστοριά (GR) | news, pop | MP3 | |
| Antennes Καστοριά (GR) | news, pop | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Kastoria 91.5 (GR) | greek music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Viva FM 95.3 (GR) | dance, electronic | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Bilisht
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bratko Museum of Oriental Art | ||||
| Capetan Kottas Museum | ||||
| Folklore Museum | ||||
| Gjon Mili Museum | ||||
| Korçë Archaeological Musem | ||||
| Muzeu Foto Historik | ||||
| National Museum of Education | ||||
| National Museum of Medieval Art | ||||
| Βυζαντινή Συλλογή Αγ. Γερμανού | ||||
| Λαογραφικό Μουσείο | ||||
| Μουσείο ΕΑΜ-ΕΛΑΣ-ΔΣΕ |
Libraries in Bilisht
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thimi Mitko Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη Πρεσπών | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bilisht
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Markata e Shijes |
Hotels in Bilisht
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bilisht
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bilisht
9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Bilisht
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bilisht
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Bilisht
5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Bilisht
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bilisht
11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bilisht
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Bilisht
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barba |
Stadiums & Teams in Bilisht
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Bilisht
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vasilitsa national ski centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Bilisht
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport | OHD | Large Airport |
| Eordaea Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Florina Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kastoria National Airport Aristotle | KSO | Small Airport |
| Logovardi Sport Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Malo Konjari Sport Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bilisht
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Zyra Postale Bilisht Devoll |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bilisht
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kisha Ungjillore Bilisht | |
| St. Francis & St. Clara Catholic Church | |
| Teqeja e Baba Kasëmit |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Albania
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What is the population of Bilisht?
Bilisht has a population of 7,287 residents and is located in Albania. The population density is 4,924 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bilisht?
Bilisht has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.5 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow.