Climate

Due to its geographical position with an extensive touch with the sea and the generally low relief, Lezha has prevailing temperate climate of Mediterranean type. Lezha’s district is characterized by hot and dry summers, mild and wet winters in the lower part and the city, while wet winters and cool in the mountainous area. The average annual temperature for the District is 15^oC, average temperature for January 7 ^oC, while the average for July 24-25 ^oC. Max temperature registered in Lezhe is 39 ^oC (at 07/18/1973) and the minimum temperature has reached record-10 ^oC (to 01/24/1963). The average rainfall is 1700 mm per year.