Climate Insights for Bulqizë
Dibër County, Albania
Climate Overview
The climate in Bulqizë is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 1,605 mm of precipitation falls per year. Bulqizë receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bulqizë is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -4°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 171cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Bulqizë is temperate. The average annual temperature is 51°F and approximately 63.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Bulqizë receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bulqizë is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 24°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 67in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Bulqizë vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is 0°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Bulqizë vary considerably across the year, with a 57°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 69°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 24°F and the daily average is 32°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Bulqizë is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,605 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 134 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 222 mm of rainfall. January and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 55 mm. That's 167 mm less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 171cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 61cm.Bulqizë is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 63.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.3 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 8.7 in of rainfall. January and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2.2 in. That's 6.6 in less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 67in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 24in.
Wind
Bulqizë is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Bulqizë is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Bulqizë is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 73 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -4°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Bulqizë is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.9 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 24°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bulqizë based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bulqizë based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.