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Rrëshen, Albania
Lezhë County · Albania
Rrëshen is a small city in Lezhë County, Albania with a population of 6,773. Elevation: 308 ft (94 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
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About Rrëshen
Rrëshen is a small town and a former municipality in Lezhë County, in northern Albania. At the 2015 local government reform, Rrëshen became a subdivision and the seat of the municipality Mirditë. It was the administrative seat of the former Mirditë District. The population at the 2023 census was 6,773.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,773 |
| Population Density | 81 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 308 ft (94 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.7675°, 19.8756° |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
| Country | 🇦🇱 Albania |
| State / Province | Lezhë County |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.7 inches (1,261 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rrëshen
Rrëshen is a small city in Albania (Lezhë County) with a population of 6,773. The city sits at an elevation of 308 feet (94 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tirane.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.7°F |
| 5% above Albania avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 308 ft (94 m) |
| Area | 83.6 sq mi (216.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 81/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7675°N, 19.8756°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 66 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | — | 113 km |
| 1911 | OCHRIDA LAKE | Earthquake | — | — | 124 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 61 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 6.1 in |
Rrëshen has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 40°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.7") and July the driest (1.7").
Schools in Rrëshen
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shkolla e Mesme Profesionale “Shën Jozefi Punëtor” | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Rrëshen
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Pro Electronic | electronic, tech house | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Shqip - Tirana 92.0 MHz | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Albania News 24 TV | — | AAC,H.264 727 kbps | |
| Chill Radio | adult contemporary, deep house | MP3 96 kbps | |
| RTSH Radio Tirana International | — | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Radio Tirana 1 | shqip | MP3 170 kbps |
Museums in Rrëshen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burgu i Spaçit (1968–1991) | ||||
| Kulla e Rubikut | ||||
| Lumëbardhë Prison | ||||
| Qafë Bari Prison |
Libraries in Rrëshen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Gjergj Fishta" Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rrëshen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tregu i Lire | |||||
| Tregu i Madh Lezhe | |||||
| Tregu i Pergjithshem |
Hotels in Rrëshen
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rrëshen
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rrëshen
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rrëshen
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rrëshen
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rrëshen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rrëshen
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Podgorica Airport / Podgorica Golubovci Airbase | TGD | Large Airport |
| Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa | TIA | Large Airport |
| Kukës International Airport | KFZ | Medium Airport |
| Ćemovsko Polje / Špiro Mugoša Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gjakovë Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rrëshen
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kisha | |
| Kisha e Shna Prendës |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Albania
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Rrëshen?
Rrëshen has a population of 6,773 residents and is located in Albania. The population density is 81 people per square mile, spread across 83.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rrëshen?
Rrëshen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.7 inches.