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Kolonjë, Albania

Fier County · Albania

Kolonjë is a small city in Fier County, Albania with a population of 5,728. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,728 Population 190/sq mi density
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
46.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Tirane Timezone

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About Kolonjë

Kolonjë

Kolonjë is a municipality in Korçë County, southeastern Albania. It was created in 2015 by the merger of the former municipalities Barmash, Çlirim, Ersekë, Leskovik, Mollas, Novoselë, Qendër Ersekë and Qendër Leskovik. The seat of the municipality is the town Ersekë. The total population is 11,070, in a total area of 865 km2 (334 sq mi). It is an ethnographic region.

People

Population5,728
Density190/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Population5,728
Population Density190 / sq mi
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates40.8242°, 19.6039°
TimezoneEurope/Tirane
Country🇦🇱 Albania
State / ProvinceFier County
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation46.4 inches (1,180 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kolonjë

Kolonjë is a small city in Albania (Fier County) with a population of 5,728. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tirane.

Kolonjë enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 316 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 46.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above Albania avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area30.1 sq mi (78.0 km²)
Population Density190/sq mi
Coordinates40.8242°N, 19.6039°W
TimezoneEurope/Tirane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.4"
22% above Albania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.70"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.90"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,330 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8.

Sep 1, 1994 4 km S of Demir Hisar, North Macedonia M5.8 139 km
Sep 21, 2019 3 km WSW of Shijak, Albania M5.6 57 km
Sep 6, 2009 12 km WSW of Debar, North Macedonia M5.5 98 km
Oct 15, 2016 7 km WSW of Asprángeloi, Greece M5.5 144 km
May 16, 1997 10 km SE of Elbasan, Albania M5.4 54 km
Sep 30, 1998 17 km S of Kukës, Albania M5.3 139 km
Jul 26, 1996 Greece-Albania border region M5.3 121 km
Oct 16, 2016 8 km SSW of Kalpáki, Greece M5.2 140 km
Sep 1, 1994 8 km NW of Kukure?ani, North Macedonia M5.2 143 km
Dec 24, 1993 8 km NE of Himarë, Albania M5.2 76 km
Jun 1, 2019 12 km SW of Mborje, Albania M5.2 98 km
Aug 5, 1996 6 km SSE of Leskovik, Albania M5.1 119 km
Jan 28, 2020 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania M5.1 72 km
Aug 21, 2009 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro M5.1 126 km
Apr 9, 2001 13 km S of Gjinkar, Albania M5.1 107 km
Dec 22, 1999 19 km NNE of Peshkopi, Albania M5.1 138 km
Sep 21, 2019 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania M5.1 72 km
Apr 7, 2004 21 km NE of Çorovodë, Albania M5.0 67 km
Aug 20, 1996 10 km W of Kónitsa, Greece M5.0 123 km
Oct 16, 2016 10 km WSW of Asprángeloi, Greece M5.0 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 131 145 km
1911 OCHRIDA LAKE Earthquake - - 101 km
1866 ALBANIAN COASTS Earthquake - 60 61 km
1866 BAY OF VLORE Earthquake - - 50 km
1270 IONIAN SEA Earthquake - - 54 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 4.7 in
February 47°F (9°C) 3.9 in Coldest
March 51°F (11°C) 3.3 in
April 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
May 65°F (18°C) 2.5 in
June 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in Warmest, Driest
August 76°F (24°C) 1.2 in
September 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in
November 54°F (12°C) 5.7 in Wettest
December 48°F (9°C) 4.9 in

Kolonjë has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 47°F in February to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.7") and July the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Kolonjë

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Albania News 24 TV - AAC,H.264 727 kbps

Museums in Kolonjë

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archaeological Museum of Apollonia
Koleksioni Natyror i Altinit
Museo Aecheologico
Muzeu Historik
Muzeu Historik i Fierit
Shtepia e Kongresit të Lushnjës

Libraries in Kolonjë

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteka Fier0.0
Biblioteka Publike Roskovec0.0

Farmers Markets in Kolonjë

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Artikuj Ushqimor
Artikuj Ushqimore
Basha Fiol
Biti-Mo SHPK
Fruta & Perime
Fruta & Perime
Fruta & Perime E. Troka
Fruta Perime Geni
Fruta Perime te Noçja
Markatoja e Fierit
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market Aldo
Market Rama
Mini Market
Spar
Tregu Ditor
Tregu i fruta perimeve
Tregu i Fruta-Perimeve
Tregu i Romeve
Tregu Industrial
Ushqimore
Ushqimore
Ushqimore
Ushqimore
Ushqimore
Ushqimore
Ushqimore
Ushqimore
Ushqimore

Restaurants in Kolonjë

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Albanica Winery
Ardenica
Green Park Altin Lushi

Monuments in Kolonjë

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Manastiri Ardenica

Gas Stations in Kolonjë

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Giga Oil
PS
PS

Stadiums & Teams in Kolonjë

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Airports Near Kolonjë

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(Duplicate)Vlora International AirportVLOLarge Airport
Tirana International Airport Mother TeresaTIALarge Airport
Kuçovë Air Base-Medium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kolonjë

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ardenica
Ardenica Monastery
Kisha Ungjillëzimi

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Tirane

🇦🇱 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 Kolonjë

What is the population of Kolonjë?

Kolonjë has a population of 5,728 residents and is located in Albania. The population density is 190 people per square mile, spread across 30.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kolonjë?

Kolonjë enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.4 inches.

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