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Shëngjin, Albania

Lezhë County · Albania

Shëngjin is a small city in Lezhë County, Albania with a population of 6,963. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,963 Population 142/sq mi density
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
54.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Tirane Timezone

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About Shëngjin

Shëngjin

Shëngjin is a coastal resort town and a former municipality in Lezhë County, northwestern Albania. At the 2015 local government reform it became a subdivision of the municipality of Lezhë. The population at the 2023 census was 6,963. Shëngjin is a growing tourist destination, well known for its beaches and resort accommodations. Shëngjin is one of many cities within the District of Lezhë and is home to one of Albania's entry ports, Port of Shëngjin.

People

Population6,963
Density142/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain54.1 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Population6,963
Population Density142 / sq mi
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates41.8136°, 19.5939°
TimezoneEurope/Tirane
Country🇦🇱 Albania
State / ProvinceLezhë County
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation54.1 inches (1,373 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Shëngjin

Shëngjin is a small city in Albania (Lezhë County) with a population of 6,963. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tirane.

Shëngjin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above Albania avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area49.0 sq mi (126.8 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates41.8136°N, 19.5939°W
TimezoneEurope/Tirane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.1"
42% above Albania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 7.52"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,731 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6.

Sep 21, 2019 3 km WSW of Shijak, Albania M5.6 53 km
Sep 6, 2009 12 km WSW of Debar, North Macedonia M5.5 76 km
May 16, 1997 10 km SE of Elbasan, Albania M5.4 98 km
Mar 14, 2024 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina M5.4 147 km
Sep 30, 1998 17 km S of Kukës, Albania M5.3 67 km
Jul 10, 2005 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro M5.2 67 km
Sep 28, 1995 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia M5.2 149 km
Jan 4, 2018 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro M5.1 97 km
Dec 22, 1999 19 km NNE of Peshkopi, Albania M5.1 78 km
Jan 28, 2020 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania M5.1 39 km
Aug 21, 2009 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro M5.1 40 km
Apr 24, 1990 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro M5.1 52 km
Sep 21, 2019 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania M5.1 39 km
Apr 7, 2004 21 km NE of Çorovodë, Albania M5.0 143 km
May 19, 2014 11 km SSW of Cërrik, Albania M5.0 100 km
Jan 8, 2009 3 km NNW of Vrutok, North Macedonia M4.9 102 km
Jul 9, 2010 7 km SE of Krrabë, Albania M4.9 80 km
Apr 26, 1990 4 km SSE of Peqin, Albania M4.8 91 km
Apr 8, 2017 8 km NE of Rrëshen, Albania M4.8 29 km
Jan 12, 1997 3 km WNW of Lushnjë, Albania M4.8 96 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 45 km
1780 BAY OF KOTOR Earthquake 1.7 m - 92 km
1911 OCHRIDA LAKE Earthquake - - 143 km
1270 IONIAN SEA Earthquake - - 58 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (6°C) 6.2 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 5.2 in
March 50°F (10°C) 5.0 in
April 57°F (14°C) 4.6 in
May 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in
June 72°F (22°C) 2.1 in
July 76°F (25°C) 1.4 in Driest
August 76°F (25°C) 2.0 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in
October 61°F (16°C) 6.1 in
November 52°F (11°C) 7.5 in Wettest
December 46°F (8°C) 6.7 in

Shëngjin has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 44°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 54.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.5") and July the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Shëngjin

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Shkolla 9-vjeçare "At Zef Pllumi" - - - -
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Radio Stations near Shëngjin

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 Shëngjin

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Historical Museum of the Castle
Kompleksi Muzeal "Ndre Mjeda"
Kulla e Rubikut
Muzeu Etnografik i Draginës
Pashko Vasa Museum

Libraries in Shëngjin

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
"Gjergj Fishta" Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Shëngjin

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fruits, vegetables, convenience good, household, children toys, some clothes, ...
Tregu "Qafë Hardhi"
Tregu i Lire
Tregu i Madh Lezhe
Tregu i Pergjithshem

Hotels in Shëngjin

32 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Adria
Antag
Brilaant
Columbo
Delfin Resort
Ermiri Palace
Frojd
Grand London
Great White Hotel
Horizonti Blu
Hotel Amare
Hotel Benelux
Hotel Flamingo
Hotel Frojd
Hotel Leon
Hotel Molla
Hotel Prince Adriatic Resort
HOTEL PROGNI
Hotel Saca
Hotel San Giovanni
Inheritor
La Perla
Marigona
Milenium
President
Rafaello Resort
Suite Hotel
Tanushaj Beach Resort
Tanushaj Beach Resort 2
Triumf Hotel
Twin Towers
White House Hotel

Restaurants in Shëngjin

27 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Antag
Ara
Arome Deti
Aurora Eatery
Bio Restorant Albani
Brazil
Brigeni
Detari Vjeter
Duna
Gersi
Inheritor
Jawa
Kompleksi Kristi
Kristi
La Perla
Leon
Nana e Detit
Pjeromo
Rana e Madhe
Restaurant Ameliani
Restaurant Molla
Restorant Vila Detari
Sea Zone, Shëngjin
Sueño
Vila Leodori
Vitooria
White House Hotel

Cafes in Shëngjin

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Privilege H Kloi

Theme Parks in Shëngjin

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ilyonis Park

Stadiums & Teams in Shëngjin

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Shëngjin

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Podgorica Airport / Podgorica Golubovci AirbaseTGDLarge Airport
Tirana International Airport Mother TeresaTIALarge Airport
Ćemovsko Polje / Špiro Mugoša Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shëngjin

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kisha Katolike

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Tirane
Postal Code
4503
Twinned With
Mitrovica, Varna

🇦🇱 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 Shëngjin

What is the population of Shëngjin?

Shëngjin has a population of 6,963 residents and is located in Albania. The population density is 142 people per square mile, spread across 49.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shëngjin?

Shëngjin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.1 inches.

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