Shkodër
City in Albania
Shkodër is a city in Albania with a population of 61,633 in 2023. Located 86 km from the capital city of Tirana, it draws visitors with its historical landmarks including Rozafa Castle.
What to see
The city features several notable architectural and historical structures. Visitors can explore Rozafa Castle and the stone-arched Mesi Bridge. Another prominent sight in the area is the Lead Mosque, Shkodër.
When to go
July and August are the warmest months, with daily highs reaching 30 °C and lows of 21 °C, along with 42 mm to 66 mm of rain. November is the wettest month, recording 258 mm of rain across about 13 days with daily highs of 15 °C and lows of 7 °C. Winter months like January and February experience daily highs of 10 °C to 11 °C and lows of 2 °C, accompanied by heavy rain between 176 mm and 184 mm.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Podgorica Airport / Podgorica Golubovci Airbase in Podgorica, Montenegro, located 39 km away.
Top sights in Shkodër
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 30 °C. The wettest is November, with about 258 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 10 | 11 | 14 | 18 | 23 | 27 | 30 | 30 | 25 | 20 | 15 | 11 |
| Average low, °C | 2 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 21 | 21 | 17 | 13 | 7 | 4 |
| Rainfall, mm | 184 | 176 | 164 | 148 | 90 | 70 | 42 | 66 | 176 | 217 | 258 | 248 |
| Rainy days | 13 | 11 | 12 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 10 | 13 | 12 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Shkodër (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Ebu Beker Mosque
- Shurdhah
- St. Stephen's Cathedral, Shkodër