Durrës
City in Albania
Durrës is a city in Albania located 31 km from the capital, Tirana. With a population of 101,728 as of 2023, the city is home to historical landmarks including the Amphitheatre of Durrës, the Royal Villa of Durrës, and the Great Mosque of Durrës.
What to see
The city features several historic sites. The Amphitheatre of Durrës is a prominent structure in the city. Visitors can also view the Royal Villa of Durrës and the Great Mosque of Durrës.
When to go
The weather is warmest from June through August, with daily highs ranging from 23 °C to 26 °C and the lowest amount of rainfall, between 25 mm and 41 mm over 4 to 7 days. Temperatures are cooler from November through March, when highs range from 12 °C to 16 °C and rainfall is more frequent, peaking in November with 135 mm over about 14 days. May and September offer moderate temperatures with highs of 20 °C and 23 °C, respectively.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa, located 26 km away in Rinas, Albania.
Top sights in Durrës
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 26 °C. The wettest is November, with about 135 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 12 | 12 | 13 | 16 | 20 | 23 | 25 | 26 | 23 | 20 | 16 | 13 |
| Average low, °C | 8 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 17 | 20 | 23 | 23 | 20 | 17 | 13 | 10 |
| Rainfall, mm | 86 | 92 | 94 | 82 | 48 | 41 | 25 | 32 | 80 | 109 | 135 | 117 |
| Rainy days | 13 | 11 | 13 | 10 | 12 | 7 | 4 | 6 | 10 | 10 | 14 | 12 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Durrës (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.