March weather forecast
Albania

March signals the onset of spring in Albania, bringing about a significant shift in the country's climate.

In the coastal areas, cities such as Durrës and Vlorë welcome warmer weather with average temperatures ranging from 9°C (48.2°F) to 17°C (62.6°F). March is typically a transitional month in these regions, with winter's chill receding and the Mediterranean warmth becoming more pronounced. Precipitation starts to decrease during this month, although rainfall is still relatively frequent.

Inland regions, including Tirana, witness a more noticeable change in climate compared to February. Temperatures begin to climb, ranging on average from 6°C (42.8°F) to 14°C (57.2°F). While the highland areas such as Korçë still experience cooler temperatures, the severe cold begins to wane, and snowfall becomes less frequent.

Looking ahead to April, the transition to spring becomes even more evident. The average temperatures continue to rise across the country, making it a more favorable time for outdoor activities. The decrease in precipitation and lengthening daylight hours also add to the appeal of the following month.

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• Tirana - March »
  In Tirana in March, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 79mm (3.11") of accumulated precipitation. On the last day of March, in Tirana, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:04 CET.
• Durrës - March »
  In Durrës during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 99mm (3.9") of precipitation. In Durrës, stepping into March brings a gentle temperature nudge, moving slightly up from February's refreshing 13°C (55.4°F) to an enjoyable 17°C (62.6°F).
• Vlorë - March »
  The commencement of March in Vlorë records an average high-temperature of a comfortable 16°C (60.8°F), barely varying from February's 14°C (57.2°F). The months with the coldest seawater in Vlorë are January through March, with an average sea temperature of 14°C (57.2°F).
• Elbasan - March »
  On the first day of March in Elbasan sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:30. In Elbasan in March, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 56mm (2.2") of accumulated precipitation.
• Shkodër - March »
  During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Shkodër aggregates 4mm (0.16") of snow. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Shkodër aggregates 4mm (0.16") of snow.
• Korçë - March »
  On the first day of March in Korçë, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:28. Korçë in March witnesses an average high-temperature of a still chilly 8°C (46.4°F), indicating a slight variation from February's 7°C (44.6°F).
• Berat - March »
  On the first day of March in Berat, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:31. In Berat, during March, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 108mm (4.25") of precipitation.
• Gjirokaster - March »
  On the first day of March in Gjirokaster, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:31. On the last day of March, in Gjirokaster, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:03 CET.
• Pogradec - March »
  In Pogradec in March, during 8 rainfall days, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the last day of March, in Pogradec, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:01 CET.
• Sarandë - March »
  In Sarandë, in March, the average water temperature is 15.3°C (59.5°F). On the first day of March in Sarandë, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:32.