Climate Insights for Kukës
Kukës County, Albania
Climate Overview
The climate in Kukës is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1,269 mm of precipitation falls per year. Kukës receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kukës is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -6°C. Kukës experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Kukës is cool. The average annual temperature is 49°F and approximately 50 in of precipitation falls per year. Kukës receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kukës is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 22°F. Kukës experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Kukës vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°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 Kukës vary considerably across the year, with a 56°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 78°F and the mean temperature sits around 68°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 22°F and the daily average is 29°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Kukës is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,269 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 106 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 144 mm of rainfall. May and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 65 mm. That's 80 mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Kukës receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 265cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 76cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Kukës is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 50 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.2 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 5.7 in of rainfall. May and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2.6 in. That's 3.1 in less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Kukës receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 104in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 30in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Kukës is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 6km/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.Kukës is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 4mph, 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 Kukës is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 74 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -6°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 Kukës is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.9 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 22°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 Kukës 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 Kukës 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.