Climate Insights for Rrëshen
Lezhë County, Albania
Climate Overview
The climate in Rrëshen is temperate. The average annual temperature is 13°C and approximately 1,411 mm of precipitation falls per year. Rrëshen receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Rrëshen 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, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -2°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 99cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Rrëshen is temperate. The average annual temperature is 55°F and approximately 55.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Rrëshen receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Rrëshen 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, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 29°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 39in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Rrëshen 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 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 2°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 Rrëshen vary considerably across the year, with a 56°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 29°F and the daily average is 36°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
Rrëshen is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,411 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 118 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 211 mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 42 mm. That's 169 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 99cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 35cm.Rrëshen is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 55.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.6 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 8.3 in of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.7 in. That's 6.7 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 39in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 14in.
Wind
Rrëshen 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 January, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Rrëshen 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 January, averaging 4mph, 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 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Rrëshen is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 63 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -2°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Rrëshen is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 70°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.5 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 29°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Rrëshen 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 Rrëshen 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.