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Rajcë, Albania
Elbasan County · Albania
Rajcë is a small city in Elbasan County, Albania with a population of 8,421. Elevation: 2,264 ft (690 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Rajcë
Rrajcë is a village and a former municipality in Elbasan County, in eastern Albania. As of the 2015 local government reform, it became a subdivision of the municipality of Prrenjas. The population at the 2019 census was 12,121. The subdivision consists of seven villages: Rrajcë Fushë, Sutaj, Skenderbe, Skenderbe Bardhaj, Urakë, Katjel, and Kotodesh. The village of Rrajcë is found within the boundaries of Shebenik-Jabllanicë National Park. The nearby forest was declared part of UNESCO's transnational natural site, The Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,421 |
| Population Density | 306 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,264 ft (690 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.0903°, 20.5764° |
| 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 Rajcë
Rajcë is a small city in Albania (Elbasan County) with a population of 8,421. The city sits at an elevation of 2,264 feet (690 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 | 2,264 ft (690 m) |
| Area | 27.5 sq mi (71.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 306/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0903°N, 20.5764°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 | - | - | 28 km |
| 1866 | ALBANIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 60 | 133 km |
| 1866 | BAY OF VLORE | Earthquake | - | - | 125 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 93 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 |
Rajcë 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").
Radio Stations near Rajcë
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Logos | - | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Rajcë
| 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 Rajcë
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haqif Cela | 0.0 | |||||
| Mitrush Kuteli Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Григор Прличев | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rajcë
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Балкопром | |||||
| Градски пазар |
Hotels in Rajcë
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rajcë
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Rajcë
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rajcë
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rajcë
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rajcë
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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rajcë
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kisha e Shën Gjergjit | |
| Kisha e Shën Thanasit | |
| Kisha Profet Ilia (Buqezë) | |
| Shën Varvara |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Albania
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Rajcë
What is the population of Rajcë?
Rajcë has a population of 8,421 residents and is located in Albania. The population density is 306 people per square mile, spread across 27.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rajcë?
Rajcë 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.