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Weather & Climate in Nicaj-Shalë, Albania
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Nicaj-Shalë experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 276 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 82.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 249.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 2,077 feet.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,077 ft (633 m) |
| Area | 8.2 sq mi (21.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2994°N, 19.8050°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,722 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.7.
| Apr 24, 2002 | 2 km S of Gjilan, Kosovo | M5.7 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 3 km WSW of Shijak, Albania | M5.6 | 109 km | 20 km |
| Sep 6, 2009 | 12 km WSW of Debar, North Macedonia | M5.5 | 103 km | 3 km |
| May 16, 1997 | 10 km SE of Elbasan, Albania | M5.4 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 117 km | 16 km |
| Sep 30, 1998 | 17 km S of Kukës, Albania | M5.3 | 64 km | 10 km |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro | M5.2 | 10 km | 4 km |
| Sep 28, 1995 | 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia | M5.2 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Sep 11, 2016 | 3 km ESE of ?air, North Macedonia | M5.1 | 142 km | 13 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 59 km | 21 km |
| Dec 22, 1999 | 19 km NNE of Peshkopi, Albania | M5.1 | 79 km | 10 km |
| Jan 28, 2020 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Aug 21, 2009 | 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro | M5.1 | 72 km | 23 km |
| Jan 4, 2018 | 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro | M5.1 | 40 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 95 km | 14 km |
| Jan 8, 2009 | 3 km NNW of Vrutok, North Macedonia | M4.9 | 101 km | 18 km |
| Jul 9, 2010 | 7 km SE of Krrabë, Albania | M4.9 | 127 km | 22 km |
| Apr 26, 1990 | 4 km SSE of Peqin, Albania | M4.8 | 143 km | 39 km |
| Nov 30, 2000 | 9 km N of Rubik, Albania | M4.8 | 49 km | 14 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 3 km SW of Shijak, Albania | M4.8 | 111 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 | 54 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | — | 83 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 114 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 35°F (1°C) | 4.9 in |
Nicaj-Shalë has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 27°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (2.2").