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Memaliaj, Albania
Gjirokastër County · Albania
Memaliaj is a small town in Gjirokastër County, Albania with a population of 4,951. Elevation: 377 ft (115 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Memaliaj
Memaliaj is a town and a municipality in Gjirokastër County, southern Albania. It was formed at the 2015 local government reform by the merger of the former municipalities Buz, Krahës, Luftinjë, Memaliaj, Memaliaj Fshat and Qesarat, that became municipal units. The seat of the municipality is the town Memaliaj. The total population is 10,657, in a total area of 372.30 square kilometres (143.75 sq mi). The population of the former municipality at the 2011 census was 2,647. It is entirely populated by Albanians, both Muslim Bektashis and Eastern Orthodox Christians. The dialect of Albanian spoken in the region is Tosk.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,951 |
| Population Density | 8,841 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 377 ft (115 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.3517°, 19.9803° |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
| Country | 🇦🇱 Albania |
| State / Province | Gjirokastër County |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.9 inches (1,191 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.6 inches (17 cm) |
About Memaliaj
Memaliaj is a small town in Albania (Gjirokastër County) with a population of 4,951. The city sits at an elevation of 377 feet (115 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tirane.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.4°F |
| 4% above Albania avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 377 ft (115 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,841/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3517°N, 19.9803°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 | - | 143 km |
| 1911 | OCHRIDA LAKE | Earthquake | - | - | 92 km |
| 1883 | IONIAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 95 km |
| 1866 | ALBANIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 60 | 50 km |
| 1866 | BAY OF VLORE | Earthquake | - | - | 49 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 113 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (6°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 1.4 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 6.9 in |
Memaliaj has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 42°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.2") and July the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near Memaliaj
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Saranda | electronic, pop | AAC 192 kbps |
Museums in Memaliaj
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muzeu Historik | ||||
| Tepelenë internment camp (1949–1954) |
Hotels in Memaliaj
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Memaliaj
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Memaliaj
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Memaliaj
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Memaliaj
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Memaliaj
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Memaliaj
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| (Duplicate)Vlora International Airport | VLO | Large Airport |
| Kuçovë Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Memaliaj
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kisha e Memaliajt |
Quick Facts
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14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Memaliaj?
Memaliaj has a population of 4,951 residents and is located in Albania. The population density is 8,841 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Memaliaj?
Memaliaj enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.9 inches, with 6.6 inches of snow.