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Gjirokastër, Albania
Gjirokastër County · Albania
Gjirokastër is a small city in Gjirokastër County, Albania with a population of 23,437. Elevation: 938 ft (286 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gjirokastër
Gjirokastër is a city in southern Albania and the seat of Gjirokastër County and Gjirokastër Municipality. It is located in a valley between the Gjerë mountains and the Drino, at 300 metres above sea level. Its old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is overlooked by Gjirokastër Fortress, where the Gjirokastër National Folk Festival is held every five years. It is the birthplace of former Albanian communist leader Enver Hoxha, and author Ismail Kadare.
People
Climate
| Population | 23,437 |
| Population Density | 1,029 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 938 ft (286 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.0758°, 20.1389° |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
| Country | 🇦🇱 Albania |
| State / Province | Gjirokastër County |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.5 inches (1,436 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gjirokastër
Gjirokastër is a small city in Albania (Gjirokastër County) with a population of 23,437. The city sits at an elevation of 938 feet (286 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tirane.
Climate in Gjirokastër
Gjirokastër has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.8°C), the coldest is Jan (7.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1011 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.1°F |
| 0% below Albania avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 233 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 938 ft (286 m) |
| Area | 22.8 sq mi (59.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,029/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0758°N, 20.1389°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 109 km |
| 1911 | OCHRIDA LAKE | Earthquake | - | - | 107 km |
| 1883 | IONIAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 65 km |
| 1866 | ALBANIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 60 | 68 km |
| 1866 | BAY OF VLORE | Earthquake | - | - | 72 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 146 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 7.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 6.7 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 1.4 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 6.0 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 8.7 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 8.8 in | Wettest |
Gjirokastër has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 39°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.8") and July the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Gjirokastër
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universiteti "Eqrem Çabej" | University | - | Visit → |
| University of Tirana Saranda Branch | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Gjirokastër
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gjimnazi "Fryme Dashurie" | - | - | - | - |
| Shkolla 9-vjeçare Andon Zako Çajupi | - | - | - | - |
| Shkolla 9-vjeçare “Koto Hoxhi” | - | - | - | - |
| Gjimnazi "Asim Zeneli" | - | - | - | - |
| Shkolla 9-vjeçare "Naim Frashëri" | - | - | - | - |
| Shkolla e Mesme Pedagogjike "Pandeli Sotiri" | - | - | - | - |
| Gjimnazi "Siri Shapllo" | - | - | - | - |
| Shkolla 9-Vjeçare "Urani Rumbo" | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gjirokastër
19 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rythmos 94.9 (GR) | greek, pop | MP3 | |
| Radio Saranda | electronic, pop | AAC 192 kbps | |
| Λευκίμμη 105.5 (GR) | - | MP3 224 kbps | |
| Άγιος Σπυρίδων 91.1 (GR) | ecclesia, greek | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Κέρκυρα (GR) | news, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Aktina 104.7 Της Καρδιάς σου Λαϊκά (GR) | greek folk, mainstream | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Κύμα 90.3 (GR) | folk, greek | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Star Corfu 88.8 (GR) | mainstream, pop music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ρυθμός Κέρκυρας 99.7 (GR) | mainstream, pop music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rythmos 94.6 (GR) | greek pop, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Νέο Ραδιόφωνο 97.9 (GR) | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Corfu Dee Jay 97.5 (GR) | dance, electronic | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 2000 sta FM (GR) | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Aktina 104.7 (GR) | greek, mainstream | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Life News 102.9 (GR) | greek music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 2000 στα FM (GR) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 87.6 Studio 1 (GR) | folk, greek | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kerkyra 100.1 (GR) | greek music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 2000staFM (GR) | 80s, 90s | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Gjirokastër
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeological Museum | ||||
| City Museum | ||||
| Ethnographic Museum | ||||
| Former Prison | ||||
| Ish Muzeu i Përmetit | ||||
| Ismail Kadare House | ||||
| Kongresi i Përmetit | ||||
| Military Museum | ||||
| Museum of Tradition | ||||
| Muza Ime Musine Kokalari | ||||
| Skënduli House | ||||
| Tepelenë internment camp (1949–1954) | ||||
| Tunnel Nostalgia | ||||
| Zekate House |
Farmers Markets in Gjirokastër
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flea Market |
Hotels in Gjirokastër
37 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gjirokastër
45 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gjirokastër
23 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Gjirokastër
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Gjirokastër
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Gjirokastër
6 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Gjirokastër
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gjirokastër
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Gjirokastër
5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Gjirokastër
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Gjirokastër
4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gjirokastër
11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gjirokastër
8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gjirokastër
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gjirokastër
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| (Duplicate)Vlora International Airport | VLO | Large Airport |
| Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport | CFU | Large Airport |
| Ioannina King Pyrrhus National Airport | IOA | Medium Airport |
| Kuçovë Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Margariti Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gjirokastër
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Adex | |
| Posta Shqiptare | |
| Ultra - Courier Service | |
| Zyra Postare Gjirokastër Nr. 1 | |
| Zyra Postare Qendër Gjirokastër - 6001 |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Gjirokastër
3 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Buthrotum | ||
| Gjirokastra | ||
| Historic Centres of Berat and Gjirokastra | Cultural | 2005 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gjirokastër
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Saint Michael | |
| Church of the Transfiguration | |
| Kisha e Jezu Krishtit e Shenjtorëve të Ditëve të Mëvonshme | |
| Kisha Katolike Krishti Mbret | |
| Mitropolia | |
| Orthodox Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ | |
| Palorto Mosque | |
| Teqe Halveti | |
| Teqeja e Shtufit | |
| Teqeja e Shtufit | |
| Xhamia e Cfakës | |
| Xhamia e Gjirokastrës | |
| Xhamia e Teqes |
Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Gjirokastër
Public Holidays in Albania
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Gjirokastër?
Gjirokastër has a population of 23,437 residents and is located in Albania. The population density is 1,029 people per square mile, spread across 22.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gjirokastër?
Gjirokastër has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.5 inches.