Vlorë
City in Albania
Vlorë is a city in Albania with a 2023 population of about 66,000. Located 102 kilometers from the capital, Tirana, the city is known for its historic sites, including the Muradie Mosque, Oricum, and Kaninë Castle.
What to see
The city features a mix of historical sites. Visitors can explore the archaeological remains at Oricum or visit Kaninë Castle, which sits overlooking the area. Within the city, the Muradie Mosque serves as a notable landmark.
When to go
Vlorë experiences a Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and cooler, wetter winters. June through August are the warmest months, with daily highs reaching 30 °C and minimal rainfall. During these months, the city sees between 4 and 8 rainy days. Conversely, the winter months from November to January are the wettest, with November seeing up to 151 mm of rain over about 14 days. Temperatures in winter drop to daily highs of 12 °C to 16 °C.
Getting there
Vlorë is located 102 kilometers from the Albanian capital, Tirana. For international travelers, the nearest airport is Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport, situated 101 kilometers away in Kerkyra, Greece.
Top sights in Vlorë
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 30 °C. The wettest is November, with about 151 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 12 | 12 | 15 | 18 | 23 | 27 | 30 | 30 | 26 | 22 | 16 | 13 |
| Average low, °C | 6 | 6 | 8 | 11 | 16 | 19 | 22 | 22 | 19 | 16 | 11 | 8 |
| Rainfall, mm | 87 | 91 | 91 | 83 | 49 | 32 | 20 | 25 | 93 | 122 | 151 | 142 |
| Rainy days | 13 | 10 | 12 | 9 | 11 | 8 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 10 | 14 | 11 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Vlorë (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.