Tirana vs Sofia

Tirana and Sofia are closely matched in October. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Tirana sits in the comfortable travel range at 21°C. Sofia is also comfortable at 17°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Sofia is the stronger choice in October. Tirana receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Tirana reaches an average high of 21°C (70°F) and drops to 12°C (54°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Sofia averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 7°C (45°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 October.

Tirana receives approximately 119 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Sofia sees 49 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Sofia the drier option by 2 rain days and 70 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.