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Weather & Climate in Aliaj, Albania
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Aliaj enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 272 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 58.6°F |
| 9% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 219 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 272 ft (83 m) |
| Area | 336.9 sq mi (872.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2567°N, 19.4275°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,656 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.0.
| Sep 5, 1996 | 9 km ESE of Podgora, Croatia | M6.0 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Apr 22, 2022 | 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.7 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 3 km WSW of Shijak, Albania | M5.6 | 103 km | 20 km |
| Sep 6, 2009 | 12 km WSW of Debar, North Macedonia | M5.5 | 117 km | 3 km |
| Sep 17, 1996 | 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia | M5.5 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 98 km | 16 km |
| May 16, 1997 | 10 km SE of Elbasan, Albania | M5.4 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Sep 30, 1998 | 17 km S of Kukës, Albania | M5.3 | 88 km | 10 km |
| Sep 9, 1996 | 8 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M5.3 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro | M5.2 | 35 km | 4 km |
| Sep 28, 1995 | 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia | M5.2 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Dec 22, 1999 | 19 km NNE of Peshkopi, Albania | M5.1 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 28 km | 21 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 88 km | 14 km |
| Aug 21, 2009 | 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro | M5.1 | 47 km | 23 km |
| Jan 4, 2018 | 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro | M5.1 | 57 km | 10 km |
| Jan 28, 2020 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 88 km | 10 km |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 2 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M4.9 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Jul 9, 2010 | 7 km SE of Krrabë, Albania | M4.9 | 131 km | 22 km |
| Jan 8, 2009 | 3 km NNW of Vrutok, North Macedonia | M4.9 | 126 km | 18 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
3 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 | 25 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | - | 54 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 107 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 6.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (6°C) | 6.1 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 5.8 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 7.7 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 9.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 8.0 in |
Aliaj has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 41°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 64.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.0") and July the driest (1.6").