December · Albania
Best time to visit Gjirokastër in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Gjirokastër in December
Average temperature 10°C, 137 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
4.4/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 137 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Gjirokastër scores 4.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 10°C, 137 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Gjirokastër's slate-roofed towers and hilltop castle make the stone city one of Albania's UNESCO highlights.
December in Gjirokastër: expect compromises
Expect 10°C (50°F) in December. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
137 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 4.4/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 9.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Gjirokastër — 5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Gjirokastër in December?
- In December, Gjirokastër averages 10°C, 137 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.4/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Gjirokastër?
- December earns a 4.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Gjirokastër in December?
- Expect about 137 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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