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Përrenjas, Albania
Elbasan County · Albania
Përrenjas is a small city in Elbasan County, Albania with a population of 5,847. Elevation: 1,939 ft (591 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Përrenjas
Prrenjas is a town and a municipality in Elbasan County, eastern Albania. The municipality was formed at the 2015 local government reform by the merger of the former municipalities Prrenjas, Qukës, Rrajcë and Stravaj, that became municipal units. The seat of the municipality is the town Prrenjas. The total population is 24,906, in a total area of 323.17 km2. The population of the former municipality at the 2011 census was 5,847.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,847 |
| Population Density | 478 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,939 ft (591 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.0731°, 20.5489° |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
| Country | 🇦🇱 Albania |
| State / Province | Elbasan County |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.4 inches (924 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.7 inches (9 cm) |
About Përrenjas
Përrenjas is a small city in Albania (Elbasan County) with a population of 5,847. The city sits at an elevation of 1,939 feet (591 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tirane.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below Albania avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,939 ft (591 m) |
| Area | 12.2 sq mi (31.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 478/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0731°N, 20.5489°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1911 | OCHRIDA LAKE | Earthquake | - | - | 29 km |
| 1866 | ALBANIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 60 | 130 km |
| 1866 | BAY OF VLORE | Earthquake | - | - | 122 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 91 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 56°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 4.2 in |
Përrenjas has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 34°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (1.7").
Schools in Përrenjas
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shkolla e Mesme "Halit Bërzeshta" | - | - | - | - |
| Shkolla 9-vjeçare "Qybra Sokoli" | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Përrenjas
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Logos | - | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Përrenjas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay of Bones | ||||
| House of Lambeski | ||||
| Muzeu i Dëshmorëve | ||||
| Pogradec Museum | ||||
| Robev Family House | ||||
| Д-р Никола Незлобински |
Libraries in Përrenjas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haqif Cela | 0.0 | |||||
| Mitrush Kuteli Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Përrenjas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Балкопром | |||||
| Градски пазар |
Hotels in Përrenjas
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Përrenjas
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Përrenjas
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Përrenjas
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Përrenjas
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Përrenjas
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Përrenjas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Përrenjas
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport | OHD | Large Airport |
| Kuçovë Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Kastoria National Airport Aristotle | KSO | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Përrenjas
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Dega Prrenjas Nr. 1 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Përrenjas
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kisha "Uji i Gjallë" | |
| Shën Sotiri |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Albania
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What is the population of Përrenjas?
Përrenjas has a population of 5,847 residents and is located in Albania. The population density is 478 people per square mile, spread across 12.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Përrenjas?
Përrenjas has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.4 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow.