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Albania·🌊 Coastal

Vlora sits where the Adriatic meets the Ionian Sea and is the gateway to the Albanian Riviera. The lively university city offers long beaches, the nearby Karaburun Peninsula, and the monastery on Zvernec Island.

What awaits you

BeachActiveNatureBy the sea

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Best time to visit

July–August: up to 33°C with 14h of sunshine per day.

In July–October, water temperatures reach a pleasant 26°C — perfect for swimming.

Insider tip: April, October, November — a pleasant 24°C with fewer visitors.

Mild year-round: even in winter 15°C.

Max. temperature
14°
Jan
15°
Feb
16°
Mar
19°
Apr
24°
May
29°
Jun
33°
Jul
32°
Aug
28°
Sep
24°
Oct
19°
Nov
16°
Dec
Water temperature
16°
Jan
15°
Feb
16°
Mar
17°
Apr
20°
May
23°
Jun
25°
Jul
26°
Aug
26°
Sep
23°
Oct
20°
Nov
18°
Dec
Sunshine hours
7h
Jan
9h
Feb
9h
Mar
10h
Apr
12h
May
13h
Jun
14h
Jul
12h
Aug
10h
Sep
9h
Oct
7h
Nov
6h
Dec
Rain days
10d
Jan
7d
Feb
9d
Mar
9d
Apr
10d
May
4d
Jun
1d
Jul
4d
Aug
6d
Sep
6d
Oct
12d
Nov
12d
Dec

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Vlora as a Vacation Destination

Vlora is an excellent choice for beach holidays, active holidays. Its coastal location offers direct access to the sea and plenty of water activities. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 33°C.

A rental car is recommended for exploring the surrounding area. The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money. Tent camping sites are available.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: stunning natural landscapes. The best months for swimming are July, August, September, October with water temperatures up to 26°C.

Good to know

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Camping
Tent