Qemal Stafa Stadium
Stadium Multi-purpose stadium and former national football venue
Long associated with Albanian football, Qemal Stafa Stadium in Tirana served as the national stadium for decades; visitors interested in sports history pass the site and explore nearby city-centre attractions.
Qemal Stafa Stadium was a major sports venue in Tirana, Albania, named for the national figure Qemal Stafa. The stadium served as Albania’s principal football venue and hosted national team matches and domestic league fixtures for decades.
The ground opened in the mid-20th century and underwent several renovations before being taken down as part of plans to replace it with a modern national stadium complex. It was a central facility in Albanian sports culture and used by clubs from Tirana and the Albanian national team.
Situated close to Tirana’s city centre, the stadium occupied a prominent urban location and served as a focal point for major sporting and public events in the capital.
- Capacity and fate: Originally opened in the mid-20th century and named after Albanian youth leader Qemal Stafa, the stadium held roughly 20,000 spectators before it was demolished to make way for a new national stadium project.
How to Get to Qemal Stafa Stadium #
Qemal Stafa Stadium is in central Tirana, within walking distance of Skanderbeg Square and the main city center. From the square it is roughly a 10-20 minute walk depending on route; central Tirana is also served by local buses and taxis that stop nearby. Driving within central Tirana is possible but parking can be limited.
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Weather & Climate near Qemal Stafa Stadium #
Qemal Stafa Stadium's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1240 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (165 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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