Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for July
| Metric | Tirana | Sofia | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 30°C (86°F)▲ | 26°C (79°F) | Tirana |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 19°C (66°F)▲ | 16°C (61°F) | Tirana |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 5 days▲ | 9 days | Tirana |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 34 mm▲ | 53 mm | Tirana |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 14h/day▲ | 13h/day | Tirana |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 9 | 9 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 13 km/h | 11 km/h▲ | Sofia |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Tirana edges ahead as the better destination in July. Tirana offers 14 hours of daily sunshine with only 5 rain days, while Sofia sees 13 sunshine hours and 9 rain days.
Tirana can feel quite hot at 30°C, so plan for heat. Sofia is also comfortable at 26°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Tirana is the stronger choice in July. Tirana receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Tirana reaches an average high of 30°C (86°F) and drops to 19°C (66°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 11°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Sofia averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 16°C (61°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in July.
Tirana receives approximately 34 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during July. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Sofia sees 53 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Tirana the drier option by 4 rain days and 19 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 30°C, lows of 19°C, 5 rain days
Highs of 26°C, lows of 16°C, 9 rain days
Pack for both: a packable rain jacket, an umbrella. These items are useful in either destination during July.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. July is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Tirana | Sofia | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 11°C | 10d | 4°C | 8d |
| Feb | 12°C | 11d | 6°C | 8d |
| Mar | 15°C | 11d | 10°C | 10d |
| Apr | 18°C | 13d | 15°C | 12d |
| May | 23°C | 11d | 20°C | 13d |
| Jun | 27°C | 7d | 24°C | 12d |
| Jul | 30°C | 5d | 26°C | 9d |
| Aug | 30°C | 5d | 27°C | 7d |
| Sep | 26°C | 9d | 22°C | 6d |
| Oct | 21°C | 9d | 17°C | 7d |
| Nov | 16°C | 11d | 11°C | 7d |
| Dec | 12°C | 12d | 5°C | 9d |
Tirana Weather in July
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