Mali i Thatë
Mountains Mountain range on Albania-North Macedonia border
Mali i Thatë (Dry Mountain) lies on the Albania-North Macedonia border, offering highland trails, views toward Lake Ohrid and shepherding communities; hikers favour its day treks and borderland panoramas.
How to Get to Mali i Thatë #
Approach via the nearest regional town (Pogradec or Korçë depending on the exact location). Local roads lead to trailheads; public transport may reach nearby villages but private transfer or rented car offers greater flexibility.
Tips for Visiting Mali i Thatë #
- Start from the village nearest the mountain (check local directions); cell coverage can be patchy.
- Bring insect repellent in warmer months; some lower slopes have dense shrubs.
- If navigating alone, ask locals for the best seasonal routes-shepherds' paths change with time.
Best Time to Visit Mali i Thatë #
Late spring through early autumn is best for access and weather; winters can be snowy and remote.
Weather & Climate near Mali i Thatë #
Mali i Thatë's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (974 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (119 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
