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Weather & Climate in Shëngjin, Albania
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Shëngjin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (6°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 59.6°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 238 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 49.0 sq mi (126.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 142/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.8136°N, 19.5939°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Tirane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,731 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.6.
| Sep 21, 2019 | 3 km WSW of Shijak, Albania | M5.6 | 53 km | 20 km |
| Sep 6, 2009 | 12 km WSW of Debar, North Macedonia | M5.5 | 76 km | 3 km |
| May 16, 1997 | 10 km SE of Elbasan, Albania | M5.4 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 147 km | 16 km |
| Sep 30, 1998 | 17 km S of Kukës, Albania | M5.3 | 67 km | 10 km |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro | M5.2 | 67 km | 4 km |
| Sep 28, 1995 | 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia | M5.2 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Jan 4, 2018 | 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro | M5.1 | 97 km | 10 km |
| Dec 22, 1999 | 19 km NNE of Peshkopi, Albania | M5.1 | 78 km | 10 km |
| Jan 28, 2020 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 39 km | 10 km |
| Aug 21, 2009 | 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro | M5.1 | 40 km | 23 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 52 km | 21 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 39 km | 14 km |
| Apr 7, 2004 | 21 km NE of Çorovodë, Albania | M5.0 | 143 km | 68 km |
| May 19, 2014 | 11 km SSW of Cërrik, Albania | M5.0 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Jan 8, 2009 | 3 km NNW of Vrutok, North Macedonia | M4.9 | 102 km | 18 km |
| Jul 9, 2010 | 7 km SE of Krrabë, Albania | M4.9 | 80 km | 22 km |
| Apr 26, 1990 | 4 km SSE of Peqin, Albania | M4.8 | 91 km | 39 km |
| Apr 8, 2017 | 8 km NE of Rrëshen, Albania | M4.8 | 29 km | 28 km |
| Jan 12, 1997 | 3 km WNW of Lushnjë, Albania | M4.8 | 96 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
4 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 | 45 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | — | 92 km |
| 1911 | OCHRIDA LAKE | Earthquake | — | — | 143 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 58 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (6°C) | 6.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 4.6 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 6.1 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 7.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 6.7 in |
Shëngjin has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 44°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 54.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.5") and July the driest (1.4").