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Tepelenë, Albania
Gjirokastër County · Albania
Tepelenë is a small city in Gjirokastër County, Albania with a population of 11,955. Elevation: 696 ft (212 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).
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About Tepelenë
Tepelenë is a city and a municipality in Gjirokastër County, in the south of Albania. The town is on the left bank of the Vjosa River, about three kilometres downstream from its union with the Drino.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,955 |
| Population Density | 17,843 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 696 ft (212 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.2958°, 20.0192° |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
| Country | 🇦🇱 Albania |
| State / Province | Gjirokastër County |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.9 inches (1,191 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.6 inches (17 cm) |
About Tepelenë
Tepelenë is a small city in Albania (Gjirokastër County) with a population of 11,955. The city sits at an elevation of 696 feet (212 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tirane.
Climate in Tepelenë
Tepelenë has an average annual temperature of 14.8°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.1°C), the coldest is Jan (4.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 941 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.4°F |
| 4% above Albania avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 696 ft (212 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 17,843/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2958°N, 20.0192°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2003 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 136 km |
| 1911 | OCHRIDA LAKE | Earthquake | — | — | 94 km |
| 1883 | IONIAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | — | 89 km |
| 1866 | ALBANIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | 60 | 53 km |
| 1866 | BAY OF VLORE | Earthquake | — | — | 54 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 120 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 6.7 in | |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 5.6 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 7.9 in |
Tepelenë has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 40°F in February to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.0") and July the driest (1.2").
Schools in Tepelenë
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gjimnazi "Abaz Shehu" | — | — | — | — |
| Shkolla 9-vjeçare "Avni Rustemi" | — | — | — | — |
| Shkolla 9-vjeçare "7 Marsi" | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tepelenë
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Saranda | electronic, pop | AAC 192 kbps |
Museums in Tepelenë
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Museum | ||||
| Ethnographic Museum | ||||
| Former Prison | ||||
| Ismail Kadare House | ||||
| Military Museum | ||||
| Muza Ime Musine Kokalari | ||||
| Muzeu Historik | ||||
| Skënduli House | ||||
| Tepelenë internment camp (1949–1954) | ||||
| Tunnel Nostalgia | ||||
| Zekate House |
Farmers Markets in Tepelenë
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flea Market |
Hotels in Tepelenë
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tepelenë
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tepelenë
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Tepelenë
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Tepelenë
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tepelenë
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tepelenë
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Tepelenë
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tepelenë
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tepelenë
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| (Duplicate)Vlora International Airport | VLO | Large Airport |
| Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport | CFU | Large Airport |
| Kuçovë Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Tepelenë
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Zyra Postare Qënder Tepelenë - 6301 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tepelenë
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kisha e Profet Ilias | |
| Kisha e Shën Mëhillit | |
| Kisha e Shën Thanasit (Lekël) | |
| Kisha e Tepelenës | |
| Teqe | |
| Xhamia Erdebil |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Albania
14 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Tepelenë
What is the population of Tepelenë?
Tepelenë has a population of 11,955 residents and is located in Albania. The population density is 17,843 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tepelenë?
Tepelenë enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.9 inches, with 6.6 inches of snow.