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Ksamil in October 2027

The Riviera's most famous beach village, with turquoise water, small islands and Butrint on the doorstep.

Weather in October

  • Average high
    23°C
  • Average low
    14°C
  • Rain
    ~130 mm
  • Sea
    ~21°C

Long-term regional averages; actual 2027 weather will vary.

What to do in Ksamil in October

  • September is one of the best months to visit
  • Sea stays warm into early October
  • Many places close after mid-October

Confirmed 2027 road works, festivals and holidays

  • All year · Road works
    Kashar–Rrogozhinë highway construction (confirmed)

    The Blue Corridor Kashar–Rrogozhinë highway started on a 24-month contract in late 2026, so expect work zones and possible diversions around Kashar and Vaqarr throughout 2027. Specific closure dates are announced by ARRSH shortly before.

  • Through 2027 · Road works
    Elbasan–Qafë Thanë and Elbasan–Rrogozhinë completion works (confirmed)

    Both Corridor VIII roads are scheduled for completion in 2027. Expect lane shifts and slower sections on the routes to Lake Ohrid/North Macedonia and between Elbasan and the coast until they open.

  • Tue 19 Oct · Holiday
    Mother Teresa Day

    Official public holiday in Albania: banks, public offices and many state museums close; shops and restaurants in tourist areas usually stay open. If it falls on a weekend the government may move the day off — check the official announcement.

  • Sun 31 Oct · Road works
    Clocks go back one hour (end of summer time)

    Albania moves from UTC+2 to UTC+1. Double-check ferry, bus and flight times booked for that weekend.

New and upgraded beaches for 2027

New Ksamil promenade and bypass (completed 2026)

Ksamil's waterfront promenade was rebuilt with pedestrian walkways, greenery, lighting and better beach access, and a new bypass and widened entry road ease summer traffic. 2027 is its first full season.

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