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Burrel, Albania
Dibër County · Albania
Burrel is a small city in Dibër County, Albania with a population of 7,928. Elevation: 1,033 ft (315 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Burrel
Burrel is a town in northern Albania, 91 km from Tirana. At the 2015 local government reform it became a subdivision and the seat of the municipality Mat. It was the seat of the former District of Mat. The population as of the 2023 census is 7,928.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,928 |
| Population Density | 8,345 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,033 ft (315 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.6103°, 20.0089° |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
| Country | 🇦🇱 Albania |
| State / Province | Dibër County |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.7 inches (1,136 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Burrel
Burrel is a small city in Albania (Dibër County) with a population of 7,928. The city sits at an elevation of 1,033 feet (315 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tirane.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.1°F |
| 0% below Albania avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,033 ft (315 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,345/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6103°N, 20.0089°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1979 | MONTENEGRO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 131 | 86 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | - | 133 km |
| 1911 | OCHRIDA LAKE | Earthquake | - | - | 103 km |
| 1866 | BAY OF VLORE | Earthquake | - | - | 144 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 55 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 5.4 in |
Burrel has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 38°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (1.8").
Schools in Burrel
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qendra Komunitare Burrel | - | - | - | - |
| Shkolla 9-vjeçare "Mustafa Gjestila" | - | - | - | - |
| Gjimnazi "Pjetër Budi" | - | - | - | - |
| Gjimnazi "28 Nëntori" | - | - | - | - |
| Shkolla 9-vjeçare ''31 Korriku'' | - | - | - | - |
| Shkolla 9-vjeçare "Ilia Qiqi" | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Burrel
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Pro Electronic | electronic, tech house | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Shqip - Tirana 92.0 MHz | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Albania News 24 TV | - | AAC,H.264 727 kbps | |
| Chill Radio | adult contemporary, deep house | MP3 96 kbps | |
| RTSH Radio Tirana International | - | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Radio Tirana 1 | shqip | MP3 170 kbps |
Museums in Burrel
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kulla e Rubikut | ||||
| National Ethnographic Museum | ||||
| Skanderbeg Museum |
Farmers Markets in Burrel
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Luigji | |||||
| Market Luigji | |||||
| Old Bazaar |
Hotels in Burrel
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Burrel
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Burrel
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Burrel
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Burrel
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Burrel
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Burrel
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Burrel
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Burrel
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Burrel
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Burrel
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Burrel
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport | OHD | Large Airport |
| Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa | TIA | Large Airport |
| Kukës International Airport | KFZ | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Burrel
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kisha Ungjillore Burrel | |
| Xhamia e Burrelit |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Albania
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Burrel
What is the population of Burrel?
Burrel has a population of 7,928 residents and is located in Albania. The population density is 8,345 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Burrel?
Burrel has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches.