October · Albania
Best time to visit Shkodër in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Shkodër in October
Average temperature 19°C, 103 mm of rain, about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 68% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
7.0/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 103 mm
- Humidity
- 68%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 8
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
October in Shkodër scores 7.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 19°C, 103 mm of rain, and roughly 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Shkodër spreads beside Lake Shkoder in northern Albania, below the Rozafa castle and the Albanian Alps.
October in Shkodër: strong conditions, 5th of 12
Temperatures hover around 19°C (66°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
103 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 7/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 8.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Shkodër in October?
- In October, Shkodër averages 19°C, 103 mm of rain, and about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.0/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Shkodër?
- October earns a 7.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Shkodër in October?
- Expect about 103 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 68% and there are about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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