In May, Valbona averages a high of 18°C and a low of 8°C. About 161 mm of rain falls on 20 days, with around 11 hours of sunshine a day. The average high is 6°C higher than in April and 4°C lower than in June. A shoulder month, unreliable for snow and hiking.
May compared with April and June
| April | May | June | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high | 12° | 18° | 23° |
| Avg low | 4° | 8° | 12° |
| Wet days | 16 | 20 | 18 |
| Sun (h/day) | 10 | 11 | 13 |
Normal temperature through May
Valbona in May: questions
Does it snow in Valbona in May?
No. Average lows are 8°C and highs 18°C, far too warm for snow.
What to pack for May
- Layers: a light jacket and a sweater, as days are 18°C and nights 8°C
- An umbrella or rain jacket (20 wet days)
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
- Hiking shoes and a warm layer for the summits
May elsewhere
| Place | High / Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Theth | 19°10° | 18 rain d |
| Shkodra | 24°16° | 10 rain d |
| Shengjin | 24°16° | 10 rain d |
| Velipoja | 24°16° | 10 rain d |
| Tirana | 23°14° | 11 rain d |
| Durres | 20°16° | 9 rain d |