March · Albania
Best time to visit Gjirokastër in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Gjirokastër in March
Average temperature 10°C, 102 mm of rain, about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
6.4/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 102 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 12
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Gjirokastër scores 6.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 10°C, 102 mm of rain, and roughly 12 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.
March in Gjirokastër — middling scores, decent value
Expect 10°C (50°F) in March. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
102 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 6.4/10 on the same scale — 8th 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 moderate.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Gjirokastër — 3 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Gjirokastër in March?
- In March, Gjirokastër averages 10°C, 102 mm of rain, and about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Gjirokastër?
- March earns a 6.4/10 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 March?
- Expect about 102 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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