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Outdoor activities Potential

86/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

July, August, June

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Avoid

January, February, October, November, December

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Weather

1°C – 21°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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The best time to visit Gjirokastër for hiking is July, August, June, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.

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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Gjirokastër

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
31Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
119
February
34Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
100
March
35Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
87
April
53Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
82
May
81Excellent
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°70
June
84Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°51
July
86Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°34
August
85Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°35
September
83Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
16°81
October
71Good
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
11°103
November
35Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
133
December
28Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
141

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Gjirokastër

When is the best time to visit Gjirokastër for outdoor activities?

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The best time to visit Gjirokastër for outdoor activities is typically in July, August, June, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Gjirokastër?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Gjirokastër, making it a year-round destination for outdoor activities.

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