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Pukë, Albania

Shkodër County · Albania

Pukë is a small city in Shkodër County, Albania with a population of 6,495. Elevation: 2,621 ft (799 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,495 Population 789/sq mi density
2,621 ft Elevation 799 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
48.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Tirane Timezone

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About Pukë

Pukë

Pukë is a town, municipality and historical region in northern Albania. It was formed at the 2015 local government reform by the merger of the former municipalities Gjegjan, Pukë, Qelëz, Qerret and Rrapë, that became municipal units. The seat of the municipality is the town Pukë. The total population is 11,069, in a total area of 505.83 km2. The population of the former municipality at the 2011 census was 3,607.

People

Population6,495
Density789/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation2,621 ft (799 m)
Population6,495
Population Density789 / sq mi
Elevation2,621 ft (799 m)
Coordinates42.0444°, 19.8997°
TimezoneEurope/Tirane
Country🇦🇱 Albania
State / ProvinceShkodër County
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation48.0 inches (1,219 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.7 inches (12 cm)

About Pukë

Pukë is a small city in Albania (Shkodër County) with a population of 6,495. The city sits at an elevation of 2,621 feet (799 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tirane.

Pukë experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,621 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below Albania avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,621 ft (799 m)
Area8.2 sq mi (21.3 km²)
Population Density789/sq mi
Coordinates42.0444°N, 19.8997°W
TimezoneEurope/Tirane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.0"
26% above Albania avg
Snowfall 4.7"
Wettest Month (Nov) 6.30"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,804 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8.

Sep 1, 1994 4 km S of Demir Hisar, North Macedonia M5.8 144 km
Apr 24, 2002 2 km S of Gjilan, Kosovo M5.7 136 km
Sep 21, 2019 3 km WSW of Shijak, Albania M5.6 84 km
Sep 6, 2009 12 km WSW of Debar, North Macedonia M5.5 74 km
Mar 14, 2024 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina M5.4 142 km
May 16, 1997 10 km SE of Elbasan, Albania M5.4 113 km
Sep 30, 1998 17 km S of Kukës, Albania M5.3 43 km
Jul 10, 2005 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro M5.2 39 km
Sep 11, 2016 3 km ESE of ?air, North Macedonia M5.1 131 km
Jan 4, 2018 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro M5.1 69 km
Jan 28, 2020 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania M5.1 71 km
Sep 21, 2019 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania M5.1 71 km
Aug 21, 2009 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro M5.1 66 km
Dec 22, 1999 19 km NNE of Peshkopi, Albania M5.1 57 km
Apr 24, 1990 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro M5.1 64 km
May 19, 2014 11 km SSW of Cërrik, Albania M5.0 123 km
Jan 8, 2009 3 km NNW of Vrutok, North Macedonia M4.9 82 km
Jul 9, 2010 7 km SE of Krrabë, Albania M4.9 98 km
Nov 30, 2000 9 km N of Rubik, Albania M4.8 23 km
Jan 19, 1997 9 km NNW of Roskovec, Albania M4.8 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 57 km
1780 BAY OF KOTOR Earthquake 1.7 m - 99 km
1911 OCHRIDA LAKE Earthquake - - 148 km
1270 IONIAN SEA Earthquake - - 89 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (1°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 4.2 in
March 42°F (6°C) 4.1 in
April 49°F (9°C) 4.1 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.4 in
June 65°F (18°C) 2.3 in
July 69°F (21°C) 1.9 in Warmest, Driest
August 69°F (20°C) 2.3 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in
October 53°F (12°C) 5.1 in
November 44°F (7°C) 6.3 in Wettest
December 37°F (3°C) 5.6 in

Pukë has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 35°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.3") and July the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Pukë

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Shkolla 9-vjeçare "Migjeni" - - - -
Gjimnazi "Sabah Sinani" - - - -
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Museums in Pukë

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Burgu i Spaçit (1968–1991)
Lumëbardhë Prison
Qafë Bari Prison

Hotels in Pukë

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Turizmi Pukë

Restaurants in Pukë

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Restorant Bar Gjuetari
Univers
Universi

Cafes in Pukë

13 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aliaj
Bar Cafe Esi
Blini
Cafe San Paulo
Gezimi
Kram
Lluka
Morina
Oxhaku
Puka
Qerreti
San Paulo
Te Vani

Bus Stations in Pukë

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Stacioni i Autobusava

Gas Stations in Pukë

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Eida
Kastrati

Banks in Pukë

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Raifeissen Bank

Airports Near Pukë

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Podgorica Airport / Podgorica Golubovci AirbaseTGDLarge Airport
Tirana International Airport Mother TeresaTIALarge Airport
Kukës International AirportKFZMedium Airport
Ćemovsko Polje / Špiro Mugoša Airfield-Small Airport
Gjakovë Air Base-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pukë

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kisha Katolike "Gjon Pagëzuesi"
Xhamia
Xhamia e Kodër Hanit

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Tirane

🇦🇱 About Albania

Capital Tirana
Population 2,866,376
Area 28,748 km²
GDP (USD) $23,491,242,727
GDP per capita $9,731
HDI 0.789
Life expectancy 79.6 years
Internet users 83.1%
Urban population 58.2%
Currency ALL (Lek)
Languages Albanian
Calling code +355
TLD .al
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Albania

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Viti i Ri
Jan 2 New Year's Day Viti i Ri
Mar 16 Summer Day Dita e Verës
Mar 23 Nowruz Dita e Sulltan Nevruzit
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Pashkët Katolike
Apr 6 Easter Monday E hëna e Pashkëve Katolike
Apr 12 Easter Sunday Pashkët Ortodokse
Apr 13 Easter Monday E hëna e Pashkëve Ortodokse
May 1 May Day Dita Ndërkombëtare e Punonjësve
Sep 7 Mother Teresa Day Dita e Nënë Terezës
Nov 30 Independence Day Dita e Pavarësisë
Nov 30 Liberation Day Dita e Çlirimit
Dec 8 Youth Day Dita Kombëtare e Rinisë
Dec 25 Christmas Day Krishtlindjet

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pukë

What is the population of Pukë?

Pukë has a population of 6,495 residents and is located in Albania. The population density is 789 people per square mile, spread across 8.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pukë?

Pukë has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.0 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow.

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