Backpacking Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
July, August, June
January, February, October, November, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Albania?
The best time to visit Albania for backpacking is July, August, June, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.
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Climate Heatmap
See at a glance which months offer the best backpacking conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.
These months are especially popular among backpackers in Albania due to better weather and lower costs.
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Destinations for Backpacking in Albania
Ksamil
Berat
Gjirokastër
Sarandë
Theth & Valbonë
Tirana
Backpacking conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Albania
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 22Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 2° | 108 |
February | 24Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 3° | 103 |
March | 26Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 6° | 93 |
April | 48Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 10° | 86 |
May | 94Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 14° | 74 |
June | 99Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 18° | 55 |
July | 100Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 39 |
August | 100Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 46 |
September | 96Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 17° | 68 |
October | 69Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 12° | 105 |
November | 15Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 8° | 138 |
December | 15Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 4° | 138 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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