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Qafëmal, Albania

Shkodër County · Albania

Qafëmal is a small town in Shkodër County, Albania with a population of 1,548. Elevation: 2,474 ft (754 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

1,548 Population 188/sq mi density
2,474 ft Elevation 754 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
43.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Tirane Timezone

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About Qafëmal

Qafë-Mali – wieś położona w północnej części Albanii w gminie Qafë-Mali. Wieś znajduje się 88 kilometrów od stolicy państwa, Tirany.

People

Population1,548
Density188/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation2,474 ft (754 m)
Population1,548
Population Density188 / sq mi
Elevation2,474 ft (754 m)
Coordinates42.0933°, 20.0906°
TimezoneEurope/Tirane
Country🇦🇱 Albania
State / ProvinceShkodër County
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation43.6 inches (1,107 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.9 inches (33 cm)

About Qafëmal

Qafëmal is a small town in Albania (Shkodër County) with a population of 1,548. The city sits at an elevation of 2,474 feet (754 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tirane.

Qafëmal experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. The area receives 12.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,474 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below Albania avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,474 ft (754 m)
Area8.2 sq mi (21.3 km²)
Population Density188/sq mi
Coordinates42.0933°N, 20.0906°W
TimezoneEurope/Tirane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.6"
15% above Albania avg
Snowfall 12.9"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.59"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,805 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M0.0 on Jun 27, 2025.

Sep 1, 1994 4 km S of Demir Hisar, North Macedonia M5.8 137 km
Apr 24, 2002 2 km S of Gjilan, Kosovo M5.7 119 km
Sep 21, 2019 3 km WSW of Shijak, Albania M5.6 96 km
Sep 6, 2009 12 km WSW of Debar, North Macedonia M5.5 72 km
May 16, 1997 10 km SE of Elbasan, Albania M5.4 116 km
Mar 14, 2024 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina M5.4 150 km
Sep 30, 1998 17 km S of Kukës, Albania M5.3 31 km
Jul 10, 2005 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro M5.2 40 km
Sep 1, 1994 8 km NW of Kukure?ani, North Macedonia M5.2 143 km
Sep 21, 2019 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania M5.1 83 km
Aug 21, 2009 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro M5.1 83 km
Jan 4, 2018 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro M5.1 66 km
Apr 24, 1990 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro M5.1 79 km
Jan 28, 2020 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania M5.1 84 km
Sep 11, 2016 3 km ESE of ?air, North Macedonia M5.1 116 km
Dec 22, 1999 19 km NNE of Peshkopi, Albania M5.1 46 km
May 19, 2014 11 km SSW of Cërrik, Albania M5.0 129 km
Jul 9, 2010 7 km SE of Krrabë, Albania M4.9 103 km
Jan 8, 2009 3 km NNW of Vrutok, North Macedonia M4.9 69 km
Mar 23, 2004 12 km SSE of Prijepolje, Serbia M4.8 136 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 73 km
1780 BAY OF KOTOR Earthquake 1.7 m 112 km
1911 OCHRIDA LAKE Earthquake 145 km
1270 IONIAN SEA Earthquake 101 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 4.2 in Coldest
February 33°F (1°C) 3.7 in
March 40°F (4°C) 3.7 in
April 47°F (8°C) 3.6 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
June 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.2 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
October 51°F (10°C) 4.3 in
November 41°F (5°C) 5.6 in Wettest
December 35°F (2°C) 5.0 in

Qafëmal has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 32°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (2.0").

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Museums in Qafëmal

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

Gas Stations in Qafëmal

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AL #1847067862

Airports Near Qafëmal

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tirana International Airport Mother TeresaTIALarge Airport
Kukës International AirportKFZMedium Airport
Berane AirportIVGSmall Airport
Gjakovë Air BaseSmall Airport

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 Qafëmal

What is the population of Qafëmal?

Qafëmal has a population of 1,548 residents and is located in Albania. The population density is 188 people per square mile, spread across 8.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Qafëmal?

Qafëmal has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.6 inches, with 12.9 inches of snow.

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