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Kukës, Albania
Kukës County · Albania
Kukës is a mid-size city in Kukës County, Albania with a population of 36,125. Elevation: 1,152 ft (351 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kukës
Kukës is a city in Albania. The city is the capital of the surrounding municipality of Kukës and county of Kukës, one of 12 constituent counties of the republic. It spans 8.2 km2 (3.2 sq mi) and had a total population of 15,643 people as of 2023.
People
Climate
| Population | 36,125 |
| Population Density | 5,671 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,152 ft (351 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.0769°, 20.4219° |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
| Country | 🇦🇱 Albania |
| State / Province | Kukës County |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.3 inches (972 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 11.1 inches (28 cm) |
About Kukës
Kukës is a mid-size city in Albania (Kukës County) with a population of 36,125. The city sits at an elevation of 1,152 feet (351 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tirane.
Climate in Kukës
Kukës has an average annual temperature of 9.6°C (49°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 903 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.2°F |
| 5% below Albania avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,152 ft (351 m) |
| Area | 6.4 sq mi (16.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,671/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.0769°N, 20.4219°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | 100 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | - | 138 km |
| 1911 | OCHRIDA LAKE | Earthquake | - | - | 135 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 115 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 65°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 4.3 in |
Kukës has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 33°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (2.0").
Schools in Kukës
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shkolla 9-vjeçare "Bajram Curri" | - | - | - | - |
| Gjimnazi "Havzi Nela" | - | - | - | - |
| Shkolla 9-Vjeçare "Avni Rustemi" | - | - | - | - |
| Shkolla 9-vjeçare "Lidhja e Prizrenit" | - | - | - | - |
| Shkolla 9-vjeçare "1 Qershori" | - | - | - | - |
| Shkolla 9-vjeçare "Riza Spahiu" | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kukës
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kolektiv Radio (XK) | - | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Kukës
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kukes Ethnographic Museum | ||||
| Muzeu i Masakrës |
Farmers Markets in Kukës
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tregu i Fruta-Perimeve |
Hotels in Kukës
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kukës
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kukës
9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kukës
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Kukës
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kukës
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kukës
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kukës
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kukës
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Kukës
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brezovica (Brezovicë) | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Kukës
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Priština Adem Jashari International Airport | PRN | Large Airport |
| Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa | TIA | Large Airport |
| Kukës International Airport | KFZ | Medium Airport |
| Gjakovë Air Base | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kukës
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Xhamia e Re |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Albania
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kukës
What is the population of Kukës?
Kukës has a population of 36,125 residents and is located in Albania. The population density is 5,671 people per square mile, spread across 6.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kukës?
Kukës has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.3 inches, with 11.1 inches of snow.