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Weather & Climate in Selitë, Albania
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Selitë enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 307 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 66.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 44.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 2,090 feet.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 57.0°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 307 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,090 ft (637 m) |
| Area | 6.4 sq mi (16.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6353°N, 19.7550°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,861 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.8.
| Sep 1, 1994 | 4 km S of Demir Hisar, North Macedonia | M5.8 | 130 km | 14 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 3 km WSW of Shijak, Albania | M5.6 | 38 km | 20 km |
| Sep 6, 2009 | 12 km WSW of Debar, North Macedonia | M5.5 | 55 km | 3 km |
| May 16, 1997 | 10 km SE of Elbasan, Albania | M5.4 | 74 km | 10 km |
| Sep 30, 1998 | 17 km S of Kukës, Albania | M5.3 | 62 km | 10 km |
| Sep 1, 1994 | 8 km NW of Kukure?ani, North Macedonia | M5.2 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jun 1, 2019 | 12 km SW of Mborje, Albania | M5.2 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro | M5.2 | 84 km | 4 km |
| Jan 4, 2018 | 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro | M5.1 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Sep 11, 2016 | 3 km ESE of ?air, North Macedonia | M5.1 | 149 km | 13 km |
| Jan 28, 2020 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 26 km | 10 km |
| Dec 22, 1999 | 19 km NNE of Peshkopi, Albania | M5.1 | 69 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 75 km | 21 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 26 km | 14 km |
| Aug 21, 2009 | 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro | M5.1 | 60 km | 23 km |
| Jun 1, 2019 | 6 km SSW of Korçë, Albania | M5.0 | 144 km | 10 km |
| May 19, 2014 | 11 km SSW of Cërrik, Albania | M5.0 | 78 km | 10 km |
| Apr 7, 2004 | 21 km NE of Çorovodë, Albania | M5.0 | 120 km | 68 km |
| Jul 9, 2010 | 7 km SE of Krrabë, Albania | M4.9 | 57 km | 22 km |
| May 19, 2018 | 17 km W of Memaliaj, Albania | M4.9 | 146 km | 7 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
5 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 | 68 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | — | 116 km |
| 1911 | OCHRIDA LAKE | Earthquake | — | — | 120 km |
| 1866 | BAY OF VLORE | Earthquake | — | — | 141 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 43 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 5.3 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 6.1 in |
Selitë has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 31°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.9") and July the driest (1.6").