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Weather & Climate in Hot, Albania
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Hot enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 282 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 92.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 131.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 299 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 299 ft (91 m) |
| Area | 336.9 sq mi (872.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.3619°N, 19.4442°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,585 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 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Apr 22, 2022 | 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.7 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 3 km WSW of Shijak, Albania | M5.6 | 114 km | 20 km |
| Sep 17, 1996 | 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia | M5.5 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Sep 6, 2009 | 12 km WSW of Debar, North Macedonia | M5.5 | 125 km | 3 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 90 km | 16 km |
| Sep 9, 1996 | 8 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M5.3 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Sep 30, 1998 | 17 km S of Kukës, Albania | M5.3 | 92 km | 10 km |
| Sep 28, 1995 | 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia | M5.2 | 109 km | 10 km |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro | M5.2 | 30 km | 4 km |
| Dec 22, 1999 | 19 km NNE of Peshkopi, Albania | M5.1 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Jan 28, 2020 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Aug 21, 2009 | 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro | M5.1 | 58 km | 23 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 100 km | 14 km |
| Jan 4, 2018 | 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro | M5.1 | 48 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 37 km | 21 km |
| Jul 9, 2010 | 7 km SE of Krrabë, Albania | M4.9 | 141 km | 22 km |
| Jan 8, 2009 | 3 km NNW of Vrutok, North Macedonia | M4.9 | 130 km | 18 km |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 2 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M4.9 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 131 km | 10 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 | 35 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | — | 53 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 118 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 5.8 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 5.3 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 5.5 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 7.2 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 8.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 7.6 in |
Hot has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 30°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 61.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.6") and July the driest (1.6").