In December, Gjirokastra averages a high of 12°C and a low of 3°C. About 206 mm of rain falls on 13 days, with around 6 hours of sunshine a day. The average high is 5°C lower than in November and 1°C higher than in January. Changeable or extreme weather; plan flexibly.
December compared with November and January
| November | December | January | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high | 16° | 12° | 11° |
| Avg low | 7° | 3° | 2° |
| Wet days | 12 | 13 | 12 |
| Sun (h/day) | 7 | 6 | 7 |
Normal temperature through December
Gjirokastra in December: questions
Does it snow in Gjirokastra in December?
Rarely. Lows are about 3°C, so frost or a light snowfall is possible only on the coldest nights.
What to pack for December
- A warm coat, hat and gloves: highs are only 12°C
- An umbrella or rain jacket (13 wet days)
December elsewhere
| Place | High / Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Borsh | 13°8° | 14 rain d |
| Qeparo | 13°8° | 14 rain d |
| Saranda | 13°8° | 14 rain d |
| Permet | 12°4° | 12 rain d |
| Himara | 14°8° | 14 rain d |
| Ksamil | 14°9° | 13 rain d |