In January, Gjirokastra averages a high of 11°C and a low of 2°C. About 148 mm of rain falls on 12 days, with around 7 hours of sunshine a day. The average high is 1°C lower than in December and 1°C lower than in February. Changeable or extreme weather; plan flexibly.
January compared with December and February
| December | January | February | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high | 12° | 11° | 12° |
| Avg low | 3° | 2° | 3° |
| Wet days | 13 | 12 | 12 |
| Sun (h/day) | 6 | 7 | 8 |
Normal temperature through January
Gjirokastra in January: questions
Does it snow in Gjirokastra in January?
Rarely. Lows are about 2°C, so frost or a light snowfall is possible only on the coldest nights.
What to pack for January
- A warm coat, hat and gloves: highs are only 11°C
- An umbrella or rain jacket (12 wet days)
January elsewhere
| Place | High / Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Borsh | 12°6° | 12 rain d |
| Qeparo | 12°7° | 12 rain d |
| Saranda | 12°7° | 12 rain d |
| Permet | 11°2° | 11 rain d |
| Himara | 13°6° | 12 rain d |
| Ksamil | 13°8° | 11 rain d |