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Amasia, Armenia

Shirak · Armenia

Amasia is a small town in Shirak, Armenia with a population of 1,651. Elevation: 6,138 ft (1,871 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).

1,651 Population 1,423/sq mi density
6,138 ft Elevation 1,871 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 5°C
21.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Amasia

Amasia

Amasia, previously known as Hamasia, is a village in the Amasia Municipality of the Shirak Province of Armenia. It is located on the right bank of the Akhuryan River.

People

Population1,651
Density1,423/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain21.9 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation6,138 ft (1,871 m)
Population1,651
Population Density1,423 / sq mi
Elevation6,138 ft (1,871 m)
Coordinates40.9557°, 43.7838°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceShirak
Average Temperature40°F (5°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation21.9 inches (557 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.7 inches (15 cm)

About Amasia

Amasia is a small town in Armenia (Shirak) with a population of 1,651. The city sits at an elevation of 6,138 feet (1,871 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.

Amasia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 296 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 21.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 6,138 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below Armenia avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,138 ft (1,871 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density1,423/sq mi
Coordinates40.9557°N, 43.7838°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.9"
42% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 5.7"
Wettest Month (May) 3.74"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

121 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M0.0 on Apr 6, 2025.

Dec 3, 1999 20 km W of Sar?kam??, Turkey M5.7 138 km
Dec 16, 1990 14 km NE of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.5 45 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 30 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 80 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 128 km
Jan 19, 2011 18 km SE of Vani, Georgia M5.2 146 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 141 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 35 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 133 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 29 km
Feb 13, 2021 0 km NNE of Hovtashen, Armenia M4.9 117 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 39 km
Apr 25, 2002 Georgia-Armenia border region M4.8 133 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 29 km
Jul 30, 2004 14 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.8 148 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 39 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 61 km
Jul 11, 2022 21 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.7 27 km
Mar 15, 2022 20 km ESE of Vani, Georgia M4.7 148 km
Sep 10, 2019 15 km SW of Tashir, Armenia M4.7 31 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (59 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 59 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 66 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 127 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 146 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 178 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 194 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 18°F (-8°C) 1.1 in
March 26°F (-3°C) 1.3 in
April 40°F (4°C) 2.3 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in Wettest
June 55°F (13°C) 3.3 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in
August 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in Warmest
September 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in
October 44°F (7°C) 1.6 in
November 33°F (0°C) 1.3 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 1.0 in

Amasia has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 16°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Amasia

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Aurora MP3 256 kbps
Radio Marshall MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Amasia

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Avetic Isahakyan's Home and Museum
Hovhannes Shiraz Home and Museum
Kumayri Archeological Museum
Mher Mkrtchyan Home and Museum
Minas Avetisyan House-museum
Museum of National Architecture and Urban Life
Shirak Regional Museum
The Gallery of Mariam and Eranuhi Aslamazyan Sister

Libraries in Amasia

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
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Farmers Markets in Amasia

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Aida's Market
Gamma
Gyumri Central Market
Karo Market
Market
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Գյումրու Շուկա
Լաջինի միջանցք
Հայկ

Hotels in Amasia

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amasia

Banks in Amasia

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

VTB

Breweries in Amasia

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Old Alexandrapol/ Gyumri Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Amasia

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Amasia

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shirak International AirportLWNLarge Airport
Kars AirportKSYMedium Airport
Bolnisi Parachutist Training AirfieldSmall Airport
Stepanavan AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Amasia

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
HayPost 2701

Churches & Religious Organizations in Amasia

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Surb Khach church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Elevation
1,870 m (6,135 ft)
Area
3.0 km² (1.2 mi²)

🇦🇲 About Armenia

Capital Yerevan
Population 3,090,500
Area 29,800 km²
GDP (USD) $24,185,982,216
GDP per capita $8,159
HDI 0.786
Life expectancy 77.5 years
Internet users 80.0%
Urban population 65.7%
Currency AMD (Dram)
Languages Armenian
Calling code +374
TLD .am
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Armenia

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Ամանոր
Jan 2 New Year's Day Ամանոր
Jan 5 Christmas Day Սուրբ Ծնունդ
Jan 6 Christmas Day Սուրբ Ծնունդ
Jan 28 Army Day Բանակի օր
Mar 8 Women's Day Կանանց տոն
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Ամանոր
Apr 24 Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day Եղեռնի զոհերի հիշատակի օր
May 1 Labour Day Աշխատանքի օր
May 9 Victory and Peace Day Հաղթանակի և Խաղաղության տոն
May 28 Republic Day Հանրապետության օր
Jul 5 Constitution Day Սահմանադրության օր
Sep 21 Independence Day Անկախության օր
Dec 31 New Year's Eve Ամանոր

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Frequently Asked Questions About Amasia

What is the population of Amasia?

Amasia has a population of 1,651 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 1,423 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Amasia?

Amasia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow.

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