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Lezhë, Albania
Lezhë County · Albania
Lezhë is a small city in Lezhë County, Albania with a population of 18,695. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lezhë
Lezhë is a city in the Republic of Albania and seat of Lezhë County and Lezhë Municipality. It is one of Albania's oldest continuously inhabited cities, with roughly 2,400 years of recorded history.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,695 |
| Population Density | 17,976 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.7836°, 19.6436° |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
| Country | 🇦🇱 Albania |
| State / Province | Lezhë County |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.1 inches (1,373 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lezhë
Lezhë is a small city in Albania (Lezhë County) with a population of 18,695. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tirane.
Climate in Lezhë
Lezhë has an average annual temperature of 16.7°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.6°C), the coldest is Jan (6.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1338 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.6°F |
| 10% above Albania avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 238 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 17,976/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7836°N, 19.6436°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 | 50 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | - | 98 km |
| 1911 | OCHRIDA LAKE | Earthquake | - | - | 138 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 55 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (6°C) | 6.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 4.6 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 6.1 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 7.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 6.7 in |
Lezhë has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 44°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 54.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.5") and July the driest (1.4").
Schools in Lezhë
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shkolla Jo Publike "Ragacionistet" | - | - | - | - |
| Shkolla 9-vjeçare "Gjergj Fishta" | - | - | - | - |
| Shkolla 9-Vjeçare "Nënë Tereza" | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lezhë
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 Lezhë
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kompleksi Muzeal "Ndre Mjeda" | ||||
| Kulla e Rubikut |
Libraries in Lezhë
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Gjergj Fishta" Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lezhë
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tregu i Lire | |||||
| Tregu i Madh Lezhe | |||||
| Tregu i Pergjithshem |
Hotels in Lezhë
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lezhë
25 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lezhë
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Lezhë
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Lezhë
5 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Lezhë
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Lezhë
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Lezhë
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lezhë
17 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lezhë
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Lezhë
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Lezhë
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Podgorica Airport / Podgorica Golubovci Airbase | TGD | Large Airport |
| Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa | TIA | Large Airport |
| Ćemovsko Polje / Špiro Mugoša Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lezhë
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Filiali Qendër Lezhë - 4501 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lezhë
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Katedralja "Shën Nikolla" | |
| Kisha e Zojes Nunciate | |
| Kisha Ortodokse | |
| Mosque of Lezha |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Albania
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Lezhë
What is the population of Lezhë?
Lezhë has a population of 18,695 residents and is located in Albania. The population density is 17,976 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lezhë?
Lezhë enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.1 inches.