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Ersekë, Albania

Korçë County · Albania

Ersekë is a small city in Korçë County, Albania with a population of 7,890. Elevation: 3,350 ft (1,021 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

7,890 Population 5,676/sq mi density
3,350 ft Elevation 1,021 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
37.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Tirane Timezone

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About Ersekë

Ersekë

Ersekë, is a town and a former municipality in southeastern Albania. At the 2015 local government reform it became a subdivision and the seat of the municipality Kolonjë. Founded in the 17th century, Erseka was the seat of the former Kolonjë District. The population at the 2011 census was 3,746. Situated at the foot of the Gramos mountains, it is a small alpine town at 1050 meters in altitude, making it one of the highest towns in Albania.

People

Population7,890
Density5,676/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation3,350 ft (1,021 m)
Population7,890
Population Density5,676 / sq mi
Elevation3,350 ft (1,021 m)
Coordinates40.3378°, 20.6789°
TimezoneEurope/Tirane
Country🇦🇱 Albania
State / ProvinceKorçë County
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation37.3 inches (947 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.3 inches (26 cm)

About Ersekë

Ersekë is a small city in Albania (Korçë County) with a population of 7,890. The city sits at an elevation of 3,350 feet (1,021 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tirane.

Ersekë has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 268 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 37.3 inches. The area receives 10.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,350 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below Albania avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,350 ft (1,021 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density5,676/sq mi
Coordinates40.3378°N, 20.6789°W
TimezoneEurope/Tirane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.3"
2% below Albania avg
Snowfall 10.3"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.61"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4,147 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6.

May 13, 1995 10 km W of Aianí, Greece M6.6 89 km
Aug 14, 2003 8 km S of Kanaláki, Greece M6.3 131 km
Mar 3, 2021 9 km W of Týrnavos, Greece M6.3 143 km
Mar 4, 2021 11 km E of Verdikoússa, Greece M5.8 137 km
Sep 1, 1994 4 km S of Demir Hisar, North Macedonia M5.8 104 km
Mar 21, 2020 14 km NNE of Kanaláki, Greece M5.7 109 km
Mar 12, 2021 8 km W of Elassóna, Greece M5.6 130 km
Jun 16, 1990 6 km WNW of Kanaláki, Greece M5.6 121 km
Sep 21, 2019 3 km WSW of Shijak, Albania M5.6 147 km
Mar 4, 2021 7 km S of Kraniá Elassónas, Greece M5.5 122 km
Oct 15, 2016 7 km WSW of Asprángeloi, Greece M5.5 59 km
Sep 6, 2009 12 km WSW of Debar, North Macedonia M5.5 130 km
Jan 9, 2022 5 km NNW of Flórina, Greece M5.5 81 km
Feb 5, 2019 16 km SW of Néos Oropós, Greece M5.4 143 km
Jun 29, 2007 10 km NE of Gáïos, Greece M5.4 124 km
May 16, 1997 10 km SE of Elbasan, Albania M5.4 90 km
Mar 3, 2021 5 km WSW of Týrnavos, Greece M5.3 148 km
Jul 26, 1996 Greece-Albania border region M5.3 29 km
Jun 13, 1993 11 km NE of Párga, Greece M5.3 110 km
Oct 16, 2016 8 km SSW of Kalpáki, Greece M5.2 58 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2003 IONIAN SEA Earthquake 0.5 m - 131 km
1911 OCHRIDA LAKE Earthquake - - 63 km
1883 IONIAN ISLANDS Earthquake - - 110 km
1866 ALBANIAN COASTS Earthquake - 60 109 km
1866 BAY OF VLORE Earthquake - - 109 km
1270 IONIAN SEA Earthquake - - 146 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 3.3 in
March 35°F (2°C) 3.3 in
April 42°F (6°C) 3.5 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 1.7 in Driest
July 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.3 in
October 47°F (8°C) 4.1 in
November 39°F (4°C) 4.6 in Wettest
December 36°F (2°C) 4.2 in

Ersekë has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 29°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.6") and June the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Ersekë

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Shkolla e Vjeçare - - - -
Shkolla 9-vjeçare "Papa Kristo Negovani" - - - -
Gjimnazi "Petro Nini Luarasi" - - - -
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Radio Stations near Ersekë

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Ersekë

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Massaker von Borova (1943)
Muzeu Ersekë
Muzeu Foto Historik
Μουσείο
Μουσείο Δημοκρατικού Στρατού Ελλάδος

Libraries in Ersekë

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteka0.0

Hotels in Ersekë

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Borova
Devi
Inxhujo
Taverna Zisi

Restaurants in Ersekë

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Borova
Fati Art
Inxhujo
Taverna Zisi

Cafes in Ersekë

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bar Kafe Gramozi
E&F Bar
Kafe Pasticeri Pastry

Monuments in Ersekë

3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lapidar
Lapidar
Lapidar

Castles in Ersekë

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kalaja e Bejkovës
Kalaja në Kodrën e Hollmit

Clinics in Ersekë

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ambulanca Bejkovë
Kristi 4
Poliklinika

Dentists in Ersekë

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dr.Lorenc Gjergo

Veterinaries in Ersekë

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Petrit Demri

Bus Stations in Ersekë

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AL #8317040517

Gas Stations in Ersekë

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arion Oil
Bolv Oil

Banks in Ersekë

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Raiffeisen Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Ersekë

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Ersekë

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Vasilitsa national ski centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Ersekë

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ioannina King Pyrrhus National AirportIOAMedium Airport
Kastoria National Airport AristotleKSOSmall Airport
Logovardi Sport Aerodrome-Small Airport

Post Offices in Ersekë

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Zyra Postare Qendër Ersekë

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ersekë

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kisha e Shën Dhimitrit
Kisha e Shën Gjergjit
Kisha e Shën Harallambit
Kisha e Shën Kollit
Kisha e Shën Kollit (Rehovë)
Kisha e Shën Pjetrit dhe Shën Palit
Kisha e Shën Thanasit
Kisha e Shën Thanasit
Teqe
Vakëfi i Gërmadhavashit

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

Timezone
Europe/Tirane
Elevation
1,000 m (3,281 ft)
Postal Code
7401

🇦🇱 About Albania

Capital Tirana
Population 2,866,376
Area 28,748 km²
GDP (USD) $23,491,242,727
GDP per capita $9,731
HDI 0.789
Life expectancy 79.6 years
Internet users 83.1%
Urban population 58.2%
Currency ALL (Lek)
Languages Albanian
Calling code +355
TLD .al
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Albania

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Viti i Ri
Jan 2 New Year's Day Viti i Ri
Mar 16 Summer Day Dita e Verës
Mar 23 Nowruz Dita e Sulltan Nevruzit
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Pashkët Katolike
Apr 6 Easter Monday E hëna e Pashkëve Katolike
Apr 12 Easter Sunday Pashkët Ortodokse
Apr 13 Easter Monday E hëna e Pashkëve Ortodokse
May 1 May Day Dita Ndërkombëtare e Punonjësve
Sep 7 Mother Teresa Day Dita e Nënë Terezës
Nov 30 Independence Day Dita e Pavarësisë
Nov 30 Liberation Day Dita e Çlirimit
Dec 8 Youth Day Dita Kombëtare e Rinisë
Dec 25 Christmas Day Krishtlindjet

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ersekë

What is the population of Ersekë?

Ersekë has a population of 7,890 residents and is located in Albania. The population density is 5,676 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ersekë?

Ersekë has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.3 inches, with 10.3 inches of snow.

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