Tirana, Albania’s capital, has a Mediterranean climate with around 1,300 mm (about 51 inches) of rain a year, concentrated heavily in autumn and winter with a long, dry summer. Being close to the mountains that rise sharply behind the city, Tirana catches significantly more rain than the Albanian coast, with intense autumn storms sometimes producing flash flooding in the rivers and streams that drain the surrounding hills. Because the dry summer leaves drainage systems relatively unused, the first heavy autumn rains tend to cause disproportionate disruption compared with storms later in the wet season. Albania’s Institute of Geosciences, Energy, Water and Environment operates the national radar network.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Tirana right now?
The live radar map above shows precipitation over Tirana, Tirana County in real time. Blue shades indicate light rain, while yellow, orange, and red mark heavier downpours. If no colored echoes appear over Tirana, no significant rain is currently being detected.
How often does the Tirana rain radar update?
The radar refreshes continuously, typically every few minutes, so the map reflects current conditions rather than an hours-old forecast. Press play to animate the most recent frames.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Tirana?
Yes. Press play on the radar to animate the last few hours of rainfall and watch which way rain cells over Tirana County are moving – the clearest way to judge whether a shower will reach Tirana or pass by.
Is this Tirana rain radar free to use?
Yes, completely free – no account, app download, or sign-up required. It works in any browser on desktop and mobile.