Zall-Gjoçaj National Park
National Park Albanian national park of mountainous forests and rivers
Zall-Gjoçaj National Park in Dibër County covers highland pastures and limestone outcrops. Visitors come for mountain hiking, shepherding villages, and photographing rugged ridgelines.
How to Get to Zall-Gjoçaj National Park #
Zall-Gjoçaj National Park is reached from towns in Dibër County. The nearest regional center is Peshkopi; from there, local roads and mountain tracks lead into the park. Private transport or a local guide is recommended due to limited public transit.
Tips for Visiting Zall-Gjoçaj National Park #
- Hire a local guide to explore the karst terrain safely and to learn about shepherding routes.
- Respect grazing areas: seasonal pastures are actively used by local shepherds.
- Carry cash and basic supplies; facilities are minimal in the park.
Best Time to Visit Zall-Gjoçaj National Park #
Summer is the main season for visiting Zall-Gjoçaj National Park when mountain access is easiest; shoulder months offer quieter conditions.
Weather & Climate near Zall-Gjoçaj National Park #
Zall-Gjoçaj National Park's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -7°C to 21°C. Abundant rainfall (1125 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (97 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 (99 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (54 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 (59 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (102 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 (143 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm) and partly cloudy skies.