Orikum, Albania
Vlorë County · Albania
Orikum is a small town in Vlorë County, Albania with a population of 2,604. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Orikum
Orikum is a town and a former municipality in Vlorë County, southwestern Albania. With the 2015 local government reform, it became a subdivision of the municipality Vlorë. It was named after the ancient city Oricum, which was located 4 km west of modern Orikum. The population at the 2011 census was 5,503. The municipal unit consists of the town Orikum and the villages Dukat Fushë, Dukat, Tragjas and Radhimë.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,604 |
| Population Density | 562 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.3253°, 19.4714° |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
| Country | 🇦🇱 Albania |
| State / Province | Vlorë County |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.4 inches (1,025 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Orikum
Orikum is a small town in Albania (Vlorë County) with a population of 2,604. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tirane.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.2°F |
| 8% above Albania avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 4.6 sq mi (12.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 562/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3253°N, 19.4714°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1911 | OCHRIDA LAKE | Earthquake | - | - | 129 km |
| 1883 | IONIAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 102 km |
| 1866 | ALBANIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 60 | 7 km |
| 1866 | BAY OF VLORE | Earthquake | - | - | 10 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 108 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 6.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 5.9 in |
Orikum has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 45°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.6") and July the driest (0.7").
Schools in Orikum
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oborri i shkollës "Hasan Mëhilli" | - | - | - | - |
| Gjimnazi "Hasan Pulo" | - | - | - | - |
| Shkolla 9-vjeçare "Balil Pelari" | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Orikum
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albanian Jewish Museum | ||||
| Ethnographic Museum | ||||
| Museum of History | ||||
| National Archeological Park of Orikum | ||||
| National Museum of Independence |
Farmers Markets in Orikum
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONAD | |||||
| Natural | |||||
| Tregu Industrial | |||||
| Vlorë Street Market |
Hotels in Orikum
21 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Orikum
19 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Orikum
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Orikum
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Orikum
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Orikum
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Orikum
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Orikum
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Orikum
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Orikum
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| (Duplicate)Vlora International Airport | VLO | Large Airport |
| Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport | CFU | Large Airport |
| Kuçovë Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Orikum
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Marmiroi | |
| Kisha e Shën Spiridhonit |
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Shipwrecks Near Orikum
1 documented shipwrecks found near Orikum.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| HMS Phoenix | - | An Acheron-class destroyer that was torpedoed by U-27 and sank under tow off Vlorë, Albania. |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Albania
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Orikum
What is the population of Orikum?
Orikum has a population of 2,604 residents and is located in Albania. The population density is 562 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Orikum?
Orikum enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches.
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